Project Engineer - Commercial Construction

About the role

KBS, Inc., one of the Mid-Atlantic’s largest commercial general contractors, is seeking a Project Engineer to support the planning, coordination, and technical execution of commercial construction projects. This role is essential in helping projects meet key milestones, maintain quality standards, and operate efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Analyze critical project activities and milestone dates; anticipate potential issues and help develop solutions
• Create and manage submittal and RFI logs; solicit, review, and verify submittals, ensuring product compliance and cross-trade coordination
• Maintain an updated and accurate Record Set of contract documents
• Assist with drafting and updating the project schedule
• Generate, track, and maintain complete and accurate RFIs
• Review and verify job cost status reports
• Document verbal agreements or conversations with subcontractors, owners, and design partners
• Assist the Project Manager with purchasing, invoice approvals, subcontractor/supplier quotes, change orders, quality control, and site safety program administration
• Review subcontractor pay applications
• Assist with developing meeting minutes and documentation
• Conduct regular site walks and take weekly jobsite photographs
• Review, catalog, and archive project files at project completion

Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of construction industry practices, processes, and standards
• Effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to prepare reports, correspondence, and presentations
• Strong organizational, planning, and leadership abilities
• Proficiency in Windows-based applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Procore Construction Management Software
• Strong problem-solving skills; ability to interpret written, oral, and diagrammatic instructions

Education & Experience

• Minimum of 1 year experience with a general contractor in a project engineering or field superintendent capacity; OR
• A four-year degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or a related field; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience