Project Engineer I - Mechanical & HVAC Construction
The Project Engineer I at Confidential Client supports project managers by coordinating documentation, tracking schedules, and ensuring timely progress of commercial and industrial mechanical and HVAC projects. This entry-level role involves evaluating blueprints, collaborating with field teams, managing procurement logistics, and traveling to job sites, contributing directly to the company's strategic growth in a hybrid work environment.
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Position Overview
Confidential Client is hiring a Project Engineer I to support commercial, industrial, government, and federal mechanical/HVAC projects in the Denver / Arvada, CO area (hybrid). This full-time, entry-level engineering/project-support role pays $28–$32 per hour and includes site travel up to 40%. You'll support Project Managers to keep projects on schedule and in spec while building a long-term career in mechanical construction.
How You’ll Make an Impact
- Coordinate project documentation (submittals, RFI logs, change orders) to keep workflows moving.
- Evaluate mechanical drawings, specifications, and equipment schedules for contract compliance.
- Collaborate with Project Managers, field superintendents, and subcontractors to maintain timelines.
- Monitor procurement and material tracking to ensure HVAC equipment arrives as scheduled.
- Help resolve design conflicts or field discrepancies with practical technical solutions.
- Attend site visits and project progress meetings; expect up to ~40% travel across project locations.
Required Qualifications
- Education or early-career experience in mechanical, HVAC, engineering, construction management, or commercial construction.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, architectural plans, and technical specifications.
- Strong organizational skills; able to track multiple deadlines and documentation concurrently.
- Flexibility to travel up to 40% to support job sites outside the immediate area.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
- Internship, co-op, or early career experience in commercial, industrial, or mechanical construction.
- Exposure to manufacturer training, industrial HVAC control systems, or formal safety programs.
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay: $28–$32 per hour (entry-level range). Weekly pay cycle.
- Medical and vision insurance from day one.
- 401(k) with employer matching.
- Paid time off including holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
- Per diem support for travel projects.
- Tech package to support field work.
- Continuous training, apprenticeships, and certifications (OSHA, Fall Protection, lift operation, etc.).
About the Confidential Client
The Confidential Client is a family-oriented mechanical and HVAC contractor with a multi-decade history delivering quality commercial, industrial, and federal projects. They invest in training and career development and value steady growth and craftsmanship.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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