Project Engineer
The Project Engineer at Confidential Client supports project management and field operations by managing documentation, coordinating workflows, and maintaining schedule, cost, and quantity data to enhance project efficiency and profitability. This role requires strong organizational and communication skills to handle multiple projects, assist with procurement, scheduling, and field verification, and ensure compliance with construction standards and safety protocols. The position involves both office and field work, serving as a critical link between project teams, vendors, and stakeholders to drive successful project execution.
About Careertakes
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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Your Role
The Project Engineer will support project management and field teams across civil/construction and infrastructure projects. You’ll manage documentation, coordinate field-to-office workflows, maintain schedule and cost records, and help improve project predictability and profitability. This is a hands-on role that requires strong communication, organization, and the ability to manage multiple tasks across active projects.
- Prepare RFIs, submittals, subcontract documents, and preconstruction packages for PM review
- Maintain job files, drawing logs, current plan sets, and digital project repositories
- Assist PM with preconstruction turnover, procurement planning, and contract review
- Solicit and organize subcontractor/vendor proposals and quotes
- Track production quantities, cost codes, and job performance using HCSS/HeavyJob and Excel
- Assist in preparing monthly pay estimates, verifying quantities, and reviewing tickets
- Maintain redlines, as-builts, delays, and quantity adjustments throughout the project lifecycle
- Conduct field visits to verify quantities, collect data, and support field crews
- Support superintendents with look-ahead schedules aligned to budgets
- Update master schedules with field progress and milestone changes
- Coordinate survey requests, permits, utility locates, inspections, deliveries, and subcontractors
- Troubleshoot plan discrepancies, material issues, and documentation needs with field teams
- Order materials using correct job codes/quantities; verify delivery tickets and compliance
- Maintain material logs, certifications, and inventory coordination
- Serve as a vendor contact and support subcontractor coordination
- Track and document materials through installation and closeout
- Support owner, inspector, and designer communications through portals and email
- Prepare closeout packages: final quantities, as-builts, warranties, and subcontractor docs
- Support punch list coordination, project reporting (Rocks, Scorecards, D10s), and lessons learned
- Perform other duties as assigned
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree preferred (Construction Science/Management/Engineering or related field)
- Entry-level to 3+ years of construction or infrastructure experience preferred
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with Bluebeam and HCSS/HeavyJob is a plus
- Ability to learn project scheduling and cost-control tools quickly
- Ability to read and interpret civil plans, profiles, utility drawings, specifications, and standard details
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with field teams, PM staff, vendors, and owners
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage competing deadlines independently
- Demonstrated ability to make timely field- or office-based decisions using available data
- Valid Texas driver’s license required
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
Physical Requirements
The role includes both office and field duties. Expect regular walking, standing, and the ability to navigate active construction sites with uneven terrain and outdoor conditions. Visual acuity is required to review plans and digital documents. Frequent use of hands for computers and mobile devices, and occasional lifting up to 25 pounds may be necessary. When onsite, required PPE must be worn and employees must be able to access work areas safely.
Benefits
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Company-paid basic dental, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability
- Voluntary benefits: life, accident, critical illness, pet insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Quarterly bonus program
- Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, and paid winter company break (where eligible)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
- Scholarship program for dependents of eligible employees
- Company events and community engagement opportunities
Additional Information
Confidential Client is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals to apply regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. Confidential Client participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of new hires.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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