Construction Project Engineer: CPM & Submittal Lead

Energy Jobline ZR; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jr. Davis Construction Company, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer to support heavy civil construction projects.

You will work with the Project Manager to drive the project schedule, manage submittals, coordinate materials delivery, and help maintain budgets. Responsibilities include updating CPM schedules, coordinating with field operations, vendors and subcontractors, and ensuring safety policies. The role demands strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving in a fast-paced office and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with construction project management applications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Creative problem solving and teamwork orientation.

Responsibilities

• Manages work schedules and coordinates design changes and/or plan revisions with the project owners.
• Regularly consult field operations, vendors, and subcontractors to understand project scope.
• Review project requirements daily, adjust schedules, analyze specs, coordinate with production, and track contract pay items.
• Update the project schedule with input from Field Operations per contract specs.
• Compile subcontractors’ bids and distribute contract documents for input from Management.
• Oversee Safety Policies and ensure adherence.
• Assist the Project Manager with project setup and closeout.
• Process and track all Submittals and RFIs (including logs).
• Create and maintain Project CPM Schedule with input from Project Management and Field Operations.
• Assist with two-week Look Ahead schedules (FDOT projects require a two-week CPM look ahead weekly).
• Attend or assist Weekly Progress Meetings and maintain minutes.
• Coordinate with Survey on project issues and RFIs.
• Confirm that drawings conform to revisions and CSI modifications.
• Assist in quarterly Look Ahead schedules and resource planning.
• Provide accurate field quantities for billing and cost control loaded in Heavy Job.
• Assist in reviewing Labor and Equipment reports with field personnel for budget.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

PM software

Job description

Jr. Davis Construction Company, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer to support heavy civil construction projects.

You will work with the Project Manager to drive the project schedule, manage submittals, coordinate materials delivery, and help maintain budgets. Responsibilities include updating CPM schedules, coordinating with field operations, vendors and subcontractors, and ensuring safety policies. The role demands strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving in a fast-paced office and