Sr. Project Engineer

Job Responsibilities

• Independently manages project engineering functions, including RFIs, submittals, procurement, document control, closeout, and project logs.
• Covers written and verbal communication with owners, architects, design teams, subcontractors, field teams, and internal project team members.
• Manages the RFI process to ensure RFIs are clear, accurate, timely, properly distributed, and resolved in support of the project schedule.
• Led the submittal process, including reviewing submittals, maintaining logs, tracking action items, and coordinating follow-up with subcontractors and design teams.
• Proactively manages procurement tracking, long-lead items, material deliveries, and related schedule impacts.
• Identifies, documents, tracks, and communicates cost or schedule impacts related to RFIs, submittals, procurement, and subcontractor changes.
• Supports project teams with change management, including subcontractor pricing, backup documentation, change logs, and change order coordination.
• Supports project schedule updates, short-term planning, and coordination with the Superintendent and Project Manager.
• Leads or supports project closeout, including punch list tracking, closeout documentation, warranties, O&M manuals, and final turnover requirements.
• Participates in QA/QC processes, field coordination, documentation, and follow-up to help ensure work aligns with drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
• Provides technical support to project leaders and field teams to help resolve issues and maintain continuity of work.
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with owners, design teams, subcontractors, self-perform teams, and internal team members.
• Mentors, coaches, and supports the development of Project Engineers, interns, and other team members.
• Helps establish expectations, provide feedback, and support accountability for project engineering responsibilities.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of commercial construction or project engineering experience required.
• Strong understanding of RFIs, submittals, procurement, document control, change management, scheduling, QA/QC, and closeout processes.
• Experience supporting or coordinating subcontractors, design teams, owners, and field teams on commercial construction projects.
• Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft 365, and other construction management software required.
• Experience with Revit, Navisworks, scheduling software, financial systems, or related construction technology preferred.
• Able to read, understand, and interpret drawings, specifications, contracts, schedules, and project documents.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify risks, evaluate options, and escalate issues when appropriate.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to manage individual time effectively while supporting, coaching, and following up with Project Engineers and interns.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in both office and active construction jobsite environments.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb stairs, and navigate uneven terrain during jobsite walks.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or carry up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment when on jobsites.
• Ability to use a computer, phone, and standard office equipment for extended periods of time.
• May be exposed to typical construction site conditions, including noise, dust, weather, equipment, and varying temperatures.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

Salary

The salary range for this position is $87,000-$95,000 per year. Your salary will be based on your skills and experience.

Company Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Savings Account
• Basic Life & AD&D
• 401K Plan
• Flexible PTO
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Team Member Bonus Program
• Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)