Project Engineer
Responsibilities
- Manage the daily safety, quality, and execution of assigned work objectives on large construction projects.
- Develop detailed plans to execute work objectives, including defining tasks, sequencing activities, and coordinating with field teams.
- Track progress against plans, analyze performance, and replan work based on feedback, changing conditions, and performance data.
- Actively use available resources, including managers and mentors, to fully understand project scope, schedule, and safety and quality plans.
- Support estimating activities by preparing and reviewing cost estimates for construction work.
- Perform quantity take-offs to determine material, labor, and equipment needs for specific scopes of work.
- Assist with slab-on-grade preparation, including reviewing drawings, coordinating with field crews, and verifying that work aligns with project specifications.
- Ensure that all work complies with project safety procedures, quality standards, and applicable codes and specifications.
- Communicate clearly with supervisors, field personnel, and other stakeholders to resolve issues and keep work progressing efficiently.
- Document work activities, quantities, and progress to support project controls, reporting, and forecasting.
Requirements
- Experience in construction or construction management environments.
- Strong planning skills with the ability to develop, track, and adjust work plans based on feedback and performance.
- Proficiency in estimating and construction quantity take-offs.
- Knowledge of slab-on-grade preparation and related construction processes.
- Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and schedules.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with managers, mentors, and field teams.
Qualifications
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering.
- Interest in working on large, complex construction projects.
- Willingness to actively seek guidance from managers and mentors to expand technical and project knowledge.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.
- Capability to adapt plans and priorities in a dynamic construction environment.
Skills
- Construction Management
- Engineering
- Project Management
- Estimating
- Quantity Take-offs
- Safety Procedures
- Quality Standards
- Interpretation of Drawings
- Communication Skills
Benefits
- Full employee benefits including health insurance, 401k, and extra incentives.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60,000.00 - $85,000.00/yr.
Work Environment
- Fully onsite at large construction projects.
- Field-based environment that includes active construction areas, heavy equipment, and changing site conditions.
- Regular interaction with field crews, supervisors, and project leaders.
- May require wearing appropriate personal protective equipment and following all site safety protocols.
- Work hours align with typical construction schedules, which may include early starts and extended days depending on project needs.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.