Project Engineer - Commercial Construction

Benefits

• Medical Insurance Plan ($0.00 Employee‑Only)
• Dental Insurance Plan ($0.00 Employee‑Only)
• Short‑Term Disability Plan ($0.00 Employee‑Only)
• Life Insurance Plan ($0.00 Employee‑Only)
• Vision Insurance Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with generous company matching
• Health Savings Plan with generous company matching
• Wellness Programs

Atlantic Constructors offers competitive benefits; see the full list at www.acibuilds.com.

Summary / Objective

The Project Engineer – MEP will work with Project Managers and Project Manager Assistants to provide leadership for two or more commercial construction projects. The role involves daily interaction with field crews, customers, vendors, and subcontractors to ensure team members have the correct information and resources to be successful.

Responsibilities

• Maintain project tracking reports to monitor productivity and labor utilization.
• Create and maintain internal project schedules.
• Prepare complete, accurate, and timely submittals for construction projects based on drawings, specifications, and vendor information.
• Track and receive approved submittals from architects or engineers and coordinate with the project team.
• Assist Project Manager and other Project Engineers by preparing backup documentation for change requests.
• Complete all required project close‑out documents per contract.
• Update and distribute contract documents to subcontractors, including drawings, specifications, and general conditions.
• Schedule all required construction meetings with the ACI team, subcontractors, vendors, and customers.
• Attend pre‑bid, project, and close‑out meetings.
• Solicit subcontractors and suppliers for proposals prior to submission deadlines.
• Prepare correspondence with clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, etc.
• Submit building permit applications, follow up on review progress, and obtain approvals.
• Assist Project Manager in achieving quality, schedule, budget, and safety goals.
• Utilize and maintain tools for schedule and document management to track and record project performance.
• Document quality and progress of each subcontractor and supplier; notify of any changes to plans, specifications, or schedule.
• Inform management of productivity, costs, quality control, document management, and payment application processing.
• Notify management of any issues affecting quality, budget, progress, or safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 2+ years of experience in a commercial construction environment.
• Ability to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize team performance.
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills (tact, diplomacy, influence, etc.).
• Strong multitasking ability, attention to detail, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and follow written and oral instructions.
• Adherence to all company policies and procedures.
• Availability to work assigned schedules.
• No supervisory responsibility required.

Skills

• Experience as a Project Engineer on heavy commercial construction projects.
• Proficiency with MS Project or other scheduling software tools.
• 3D modeling experience (Revit, AutoCAD, Inventor, Navisworks).
• PDF editing software proficiency (Bluebeam, Adobe).
• Familiarity with cloud‑based project management software.
• Prior military experience (preferred).

Work Environment

The role is primarily based in a professional office environment using standard office equipment, with occasional visits to construction sites. Physical demands include routine use of computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. Travel is infrequent and typically not overnight.