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Project Engineer - Mechanical Construction
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A leading regional self-performing industrial and commercial mechanical contractor is seeking a detail-oriented Project Engineer to join our project management team. This position serves as a foundational step for professionals building a career in mechanical construction project management, offering direct, hands-on experience across project administration, equipment procurement, financial tracking, in-house labor coordination, and field leadership.
Position Summary The Project Engineer assists Project Managers and Onsite Superintendents in planning, directing, and coordinating complex mechanical installations. Day-to-day responsibilities involve technical project documentation, schedule management, coordinating self-performed trade labor alongside specialty subcontractors, cost tracking, and site safety enforcement.
Key ResponsibilitiesProject Administration & DocumentationRead and interpret project scopes, mechanical/MEP engineering drawings (HVAC, piping, plumbing), and technical specifications.
Process and track project documentation, including RFIs, equipment and material Submittals, project status reports, Earned Value reports, Quality Control records, and Safety logs.
Assist Project Managers with developing, updating, and modifying master project schedules and mechanical work plans.
Procurement & Financial SupportPrepare, issue, and track purchase orders for mechanical equipment, materials, and specialty subcontracts under project team guidance.
Support financial forecasting, job costing, self-performed labor productivity analysis, and cost issue resolution.
Field Coordination & Site LeadershipProvide field leadership and technical guidance on site when the Project Manager is offsite.
Assist Onsite Superintendents with daily operations, directing in-house mechanical crews, trade coordination, and proactive problem-solving to eliminate schedule impacts.
Coordinate mechanical system testing, flushing, startup, and commissioning per project specifications and quality standards.
Maintain clear, professional communication with clients, general contractors, field personnel, subcontractors, and equipment vendors.
Enforce strict compliance with company safety policies and relevant OSHA regulations.
Position Summary The Project Engineer assists Project Managers and Onsite Superintendents in planning, directing, and coordinating complex mechanical installations. Day-to-day responsibilities involve technical project documentation, schedule management, coordinating self-performed trade labor alongside specialty subcontractors, cost tracking, and site safety enforcement.
Key ResponsibilitiesProject Administration & DocumentationRead and interpret project scopes, mechanical/MEP engineering drawings (HVAC, piping, plumbing), and technical specifications.
Process and track project documentation, including RFIs, equipment and material Submittals, project status reports, Earned Value reports, Quality Control records, and Safety logs.
Assist Project Managers with developing, updating, and modifying master project schedules and mechanical work plans.
Procurement & Financial SupportPrepare, issue, and track purchase orders for mechanical equipment, materials, and specialty subcontracts under project team guidance.
Support financial forecasting, job costing, self-performed labor productivity analysis, and cost issue resolution.
Field Coordination & Site LeadershipProvide field leadership and technical guidance on site when the Project Manager is offsite.
Assist Onsite Superintendents with daily operations, directing in-house mechanical crews, trade coordination, and proactive problem-solving to eliminate schedule impacts.
Coordinate mechanical system testing, flushing, startup, and commissioning per project specifications and quality standards.
Maintain clear, professional communication with clients, general contractors, field personnel, subcontractors, and equipment vendors.
Enforce strict compliance with company safety policies and relevant OSHA regulations.