Project Engineer

MGC Contractors, Inc. is a 100% employee‑owned corporation specializing in water and wastewater general contracting, including Job Order Contracting, Construction Manager at Risk, Design‑Bid‑Build, and Design‑Build across Arizona, Texas, Utah, and New Mexico. The company is seeking Project Engineers for its Texas Division in the El Paso area.

Responsibilities

• General contract and subcontract administration
• Construction scheduling
• Procurement and expediting of material and equipment
• Mechanical, electrical, and piping systems coordination
• Project cost review, reporting, updating, and accounting
• Review of subcontractor applications for payment
• Participation in project meetings
• Supervision/coordination of subcontractors’ field installations
• Review/negotiate change proposal pricing from subcontractors and prepare change proposals for self‑performed work
• Research and suggest options on construction means, methods, and equipment
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with owners, vendors, and subcontractors
• Any other duties assigned

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This position operates in a professional office environment using standard office equipment and requires frequent communication in person and by telephone, as well as the ability to read printed materials and computer screens. Employees must be able to lift and carry supplies and files up to 10 lb and move around the office to access supplies and machinery.

The role also involves work at professional construction sites, requiring verbal communication on‑site, the ability to read signs and directions, and the stamina to maintain attention despite interruptions. Physical requirements include lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying, or handling objects, supplies, tools, machinery, or controls up to 50 lb; reaching with hands and arms; climbing stairs or ladders; balancing, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting overhead, and navigating various site conditions safely. The position requires working outdoors for extended periods in all weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold, and may involve exposure to chemicals, vapors, pollutants, pathogens, gases, uneven surfaces, loud noises, moving vehicles or machinery, and dust/debris.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

This is a full‑time position. Occasional overtime may be required as job duties demand.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a related program (required)
• Prior construction field experience (preferred)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) (required)
• Effective oral and written communication skills with quick response time to inquiries (required)