Project Engineer

About the role

As a Project Engineer at Harder Mechanical, you will be responsible for planning, scheduling, and executing a specific scope of the project you are assigned to. This entry-level role serves as the entry point for a project management career at Harder. You will coordinate with field labor to ensure work is completed safely, on schedule, and up to Harder Mechanical's quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Review construction drawings and compile project scope and quantities
• Resolve engineering issues and constraints through communication with design engineers, owner representatives, and team members
• Monitor field construction and ensure compliance with construction plans and specifications
• Engage in work sequence planning
• Prepare and monitor work packages, including labor and cost estimates
• Track construction progress and update status weekly
• Organize project records in an effective document control system
• Mentor new engineers in their roles, taking responsibility for their training and development
• Assist the project manager in additional duties as required
• Estimate future work

Requirements

• Proficient in Microsoft Office & Bluebeam – intermediate skills in Excel
• Knowledge of mechanical systems and experience reading mechanical and plumbing drawings
• Ability to communicate with a broad spectrum of people including suppliers, field crews, designers, and owners
• Self-starter, motivated, and takes initiative
• Organized and productive
• Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks on an ongoing basis
• Relentless commitment to teamwork and client satisfaction
• Interest in LEAN construction principles
• Ability to travel to other regions to gain exposure to additional markets and industries
• Valid driver’s license
• Mechanical aptitude

Education/Experience

• 3–10 years of construction management experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Business Management, Mechanical, Industrial, Civil Engineering, or equivalent experience or education

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits – 100% of employee premiums paid by the company
• Generous retirement package including a 10% retirement contribution made by the company and a company match up to 2% of annual salary
• Profit sharing
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Harder University training and development, as well as other paid professional development opportunities
• Team environment that promotes individual growth