Project Engineer - Construction

U.S. Engineering

Holly Ridge, LA, United StatesFull-timePosted 1mo ago

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Do you believe no challenge is too complex to solve? You’ll fit right in at U.S. Engineering Construction. We deliver award-winning mechanical contracting, construction, service, and maintenance solutions with a focus on performance and innovation. Our team of skilled and collaborative professionals drives every project from preconstruction through final testing, always aligned with our clients’ goals.

U.S. Engineering Construction has been an industry leader through constant innovation and a willingness to evolve. The construction industry changes rapidly, and we cultivate a dynamic workplace where even our newest team members can influence change and make an impact. We know that our most valuable asset is our people. Join us!

PROJECT ENGINEER 
U.S. Engineering Construction is national construction project execution reimagined. We drive innovation in off-site manufacturing, specialty prefabrication, preconstruction, and mechanical construction services.

As a Project Engineer, you will assist the Project Manager with a variety of project related functions including planning and coordinating onsite construction activities for designated projects, to ensure that project objectives are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters.

Principal Duties and Accountabilities:

  • Draft RFIs (Request for Information) and proposal letters.
  • Review submittals and specifications and assist in documentation and budget control.
  • Assist Project Manager in the development and nurturing of client relationships.
  • Estimate change orders, develop, and help monitor the project schedule.
  • Maintain procurement, proposal, and correspondence logs.
  • Facilitate quality control measures.
  • Perform cost coding.
  • Project forecasting.
Job Scope and Other Information
  • Scope of work may vary, from working on one large project, to several smaller size projects.
Education:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Science Management, Architectural Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
  • Equivalent technical training and related experience will be considered.
  • Minimum of 3 to 5 years’ technical or administrative experience in HVAC, piping, and plumbing at a commercial, industrial, or institutional level.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
  • Knowledge of construction engineering technology, processes, and standards.
  • Team orientation and collaborative spirit.
  • Self-motivation: ability to drive results.
  • Effective communication skills.
  • Ability to develop and foster strong professional relationships.
  • Basic level of business acumen.
  • Ability to proactively identify potential problems and their solutions.
Benefits and Compensation:
  • The range for this position has been established at $64,960 to $91,756 per year and is US Engineering Construction’s good faith and reasonable estimate at the time of the posting. The compensation offered to the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training.
  • Your total compensation will go beyond the number on your paycheck. Team members are eligible for a year-end bonus based on company and/or individual performance as well as paid time off. An industry-leading benefits package including health, dental, and vision plans, matching retirement contributions, and matching 529 contributions all add to your bottom line.

U.S. Engineering Construction is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and shall provide equal employment opportunities to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations, without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. 

U.S. Engineering is compliant with the Drug Free Workplace Act, and all offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a pre-employment drug screen.  

This job will close on August 31, 2026. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. To apply, please visit https://www.usengineering.com/careers/job-postings/.

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