Project Engineer
Biomedical Equipment Technology · Barker, NY · 2 mo ago
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BESCO is seeking an entry-level Project Engineer to support the successful planning, coordination, documentation, and execution of electrical construction projects. This role is designed for a recent graduate or early-career construction professional.
Responsibilities
- Project Documentation & Coordination
- Maintain organized project files and accurate project records.
- Understand and mitigate risks associated with the management of contract documents.
- Support Project Managers in tracking project requirements, deadlines, deliverables, and action items.
- Organize and distribute project documents to internal teams, vendors, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
- Assist in preparing, reviewing, and tracking submittals.
- Help prepare and track Requests for Information related to drawings, specifications, scope gaps, constructability issues, and field conditions.
- Coordinate with Project Managers and field teams to gather project information as directed.
- Support the review of project drawings, specifications, addenda, bulletins, and revised documents.
- Attend project meetings as needed and document action items and follow-ups.
- Assist with tracking open issues that may affect project progress.
- Procurement & Material Tracking
- Assist with tracking material releases, procurement status, delivery dates, equipment lead times, and vendor documentation.
- Change Orders & Cost Tracking
- Assist with gathering documentation for potential change orders.
- Support Project Managers in preparing, organizing, and tracking change order requests.
- Maintain logs for pending changes, approved changes, cost impacts, and related project documentation.
- Assist with basic cost tracking and reporting using company systems.
- Closeout Support
- Assist with collecting and organizing closeout documents, including warranties, as-builts, O&M manuals, test reports, inspection documentation, and final project records.
- Support punch list tracking and closeout coordination.
- Help ensure project documentation is complete and organized before final turnover.
Requirements
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate professionally.
- Ability to take ownership of assigned tasks and follow through.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and priorities.
- Basic understanding of construction documents, drawings, or specifications.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams.
- Willingness to learn MEP construction, project management processes, and field operations.
- Ability to work in a hybrid office/field environment.
- Ability to travel as needed for project requirements.
Qualifications
- Preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Building Science, or a related field.
- Internship, co-op, or prior work experience in construction, engineering, architecture, or a trade contractor environment.
- Familiarity with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft 365, and/or Spectrum.
- Exposure to mechanical, electrical, or plumbing systems.
- Interest in growing into a Project Manager or operations leadership role.
- Core Competencies
- Strong follow-through and accountability.
- Clear written and verbal communication.
- Curiosity and willingness to ask questions.
- Attention to detail without losing sight of the larger project.
- Ability to work with both office and field teams.
- Problem-solving mindset.
- Professionalism under deadline pressure.
- Commitment to safety, quality, and project success.
- Physical & Work Environment Requirements
- Ability to work in both an office setting and on active construction sites.
- Ability to walk jobsites, climb stairs, and navigate uneven terrain as needed.
- Must comply with all project safety requirements, including use of required personal protective equipment.