Project Engineer

Eastern Construction Company Limited; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Mental health support

Life insurance

RRSP & savings plan

Career growth opportunities

Diversity and Inclusion

Job summary

Eastern Construction Company Limited in the Greater Toronto Area seeks a Project Engineer to provide surveying, quantity take-offs, and material ordering while assisting the Superintendent to plan and supervise on-site activities. You will ensure compliance with Health and Safety programs and design drawings, maintain on-site as-built drawings, and support cost control through accurate documentation.

The role offers CAD 60,000–75,000 per year, with medical, dental and vision coverage, life

Qualifications

• University Degree or College Diploma in Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology/Architecture or Construction Management.
• Minimum 2-3 years of prior work experience, including knowledge gained in construction surveying.

Responsibilities

• Perform site surveying, layout, benchmarks, elevations and verification of field conditions.
• Assist in planning and coordinating daily construction activities with the Superintendent.
• Maintain on-site as-built drawings and project documentation (RFIs, reports, inspections).
• Coordinate material procurement, deliveries and inventory to support schedules.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety programs and project specs.

Skills

Site surveying

Construction coordination

Quantity take-offs

Documentation (RFI, reports)

Education

University degree in Civil Engineering

Construction Management diploma

Job description

At Eastern Construction, our Core Purpose is to enrich the lives of our employees. We lead, manage, and deliver complex construction projects across the Greater Toronto Area, operating under collaborative models such as Construction Management, Guaranteed Maximum Price, and Design-Build. With more than 1,000 projects completed over seven decades, we have earned a reputation for delivering high-quality work, fostering strong partnerships, and supporting the long‑term success of our people. Our approach is guided by three Strategic Anchors:

• Best Construction Experience
• Exceptional People

Our culture and performance expectations are shaped by our Core Values: Responsive Team Player, Can-Do Attitude, and Unstoppable Drive. These values define how we work, collaborate, and deliver excellence.

About the Role:

As a Project Engineer, you will provide specific services such as lines, levels, surveys, monitoring requirements, quantity take-offs and material ordering. Assists Superintendent to plan, coordinate and supervise construction activities. Assists in ensuring compliance with Health and Safety Programs as well as, legislative requirements. Also ensures the work is in compliance with all the design drawings, specifications, codes and standards. Maintains and updates on site as‑built drawings.

Key Responsibilities:

Site Surveying

• Perform construction layout, survey control, benchmarks, elevations, and verification of field conditions in accordance with project requirements and engineering tolerances.
• Verify subcontractor layouts and resolve discrepancies before construction activities proceed.
• Coordinate survey activities with consultants and engineering teams to ensure accuracy throughout construction.
• Prepare quantity take-offs and material estimates based on contract drawings and specifications.
• Coordinate material procurement, deliveries, and inventory to support construction schedules.
• Review field quantities and assist with cost tracking and change management.

Quality Assurance & Documentation

• Maintain accurate project documentation, including RFI’s, site reports, inspection records, progress reports, concrete reports, and photographic documentation.
• Maintain and update as‑built drawings throughout project execution.
• Assist with quality assurance and quality control inspections to ensure work complies with project specifications, drawings, codes and contract requirements.
• Monitor deficiencies and coordinate corrective actions.

Construction Coordination

• Assist the Superintendent in planning and coordinating daily construction activities.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, consultants, owners, utilities, inspectors, and project stakeholders.
• Participate in project meetings and communicate technical information to site personnel.
• Support schedule implementation and resolve field issues.

Health & Safety

• Promote and enforce compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, applicable regulations, and Eastern Construction’s Health & Safety Program.
• Participate in site safety inspections, hazard assessments, toolbox talks, incident investigations and corrective action follow‑up.
• Monitor subcontractor compliance with project safety requirements.
• Assist in developing and maintaining project safety documentation.
• Foster a proactive safety culture through daily engagement with field staff.

Contacts, Drawings & Specifications

• Interpret contact documents, engineering drawings, shop drawings, specifications, and applicable standards.
• Coordinate technical reviews with consultants and project teams.
• Identify discrepancies and prepare RFIs when required.
• Ensure construction activities comply with design intent and contract requirements.

Quality Control & Inspections

• Perform field inspections to verify workmanship, tolerances and compliance with project specifications.
• Coordinate consultant inspections and testing activities.
• Review inspection reports and assist in resolving deficiencies.
• Support project closeout documentation.

Qualifications:

• University Degree or College Diploma in Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology/Architecture or Construction Management.
• Minimum 2-3 years of prior work experience, including knowledge gained in construction surveying an asset.

What we provide:

• Competitive Salary – Estimated salary range of $60,000 - $75,000
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Mental health and wellness support
• Life insurance
• RRSP & savings plan
• Opportunities to grow your career on meaningful projects
• Diversity and Inclusion

The posted compensation range reflects the broader external market for this opportunity. Individual compensation is determined based on experience, qualifications, project scope, responsibilities, and internal equity considerations.

Please note that Eastern Construction does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.