Project Engineer - Commercial Construction

Client Details

This family-owned General Contractor has been operating since the 1960s and is well known across the Midwest. Headquartered in Columbus, the company generates $200M+ in annual revenue and employs a team of over 100 professionals.

They specialize in Higher Education, K-12, Healthcare, Residential, Correctional, Government, and Sports Center projects, along with a strong self-perform division. The company also prioritizes employee development by providing clear career paths and goal setting, which has contributed to an average employee tenure of more than 10 years.

Description

The Project Engineer will be responsible for:

Ensuring all projects are built according to drawings and specifications

Managing the distribution and coordination of RFIs, submittals, and change orders

Ensuring all material orders are properly executed

Maintaining daily project documentation and paperwork

Tracking project schedules and meeting key deadlines

Maintaining workflow and strong relationships with subcontractors

Organizing and maintaining field documents (drawings, specifications, etc.)

Coordinating subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle

Actively participating in company training sessions

Ensuring site superintendents maintain clean and safe job sites

Profile

The Successful Project Engineering Applicant will have:

A degree in Construction Management or a related field

At least 1+ year of experience working for a General Contractor

Experience working on projects in occupied spaces (preferred)

Strong written and verbal communication skills

A strong desire to learn, grow, and take on increasing responsibility

Job Offer

The Project Engineer will receive:

Base Salary: $75,000-$90,000 - based on experience

Mentorship and support to develop project management skills

Full benefits package

Clear career growth path

Advancement opportunities to Project Manager

20+ days of PTO for strong work-life balance

Company-provided laptop/iPad and cell phone

Community involvement opportunities

Annual performance bonus

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Job Requirements:

The Project Engineer will be responsible for:

Ensuring all projects are built according to drawings and specifications

Managing the distribution and coordination of RFIs, submittals, and change orders

Ensuring all material orders are properly executed

Maintaining daily project documentation and paperwork

Tracking project schedules and meeting key deadlines

Maintaining workflow and strong relationships with subcontractors

Organizing and maintaining field documents (drawings, specifications, etc.)

Coordinating subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle

Actively participating in company training sessions

Ensuring site superintendents maintain clean and safe job sites