Project Engineer - Bilingual (Spanish and English)

Virtual Construction Assistants; Medellín; On-site; COP 40,000,000 - 70,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Virtual Construction Assistants is seeking a detail-oriented project coordinator to assist PMs with start-up tasks, document management, and closeout activities in Medellín. You will coordinate with subcontractors, track RFIs and submittals, and help manage project data in cloud software.

Strong communication and bilingual skills are essential for success. The role requires experience in construction project management and proficiency with estimating/scheduling tools, with the ability to meet

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred.
• Bilingual (Spanish and English) required.
• Proven experience in construction project management or a similar role.
• Knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in project management software and MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assist PMs with project start-up tasks (setting up project files, distributing contracts, confirming subcontractor onboarding requirements).
• Support project closeout (punch lists, document collection, warranty tracking, and final submissions).
• Communicate with subcontractors and suppliers to coordinate scope confirmation, document submissions, and outstanding items.
• Follow up on pending deliverables and flag delays to the PM.
• Track and manage RFIs and submittals through the full lifecycle (preparation, distribution, follow-up, and logging).
• Acquire, review, and track shop drawings; coordinate review and approval status with PMs and subcontractors.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date project documentation across all active jobs.
• Manage and maintain project data in cloud-based software (RFIs, submittals, drawings, and project logs).
• Assist with pricing requests as needed (gathering quotes, organizing cost data, and supporting the PM in budget tracking).

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Project management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

MS Office

PM software

Education

Bachelor's degree in CM/Engineering/Architecture

Tools

MS Office Suite

Estimating software

Scheduling software

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Assist PMs with project start-up tasks (setting up project files, distributing contracts, confirming subcontractor onboarding requirements)
• Support project closeout (punch lists, document collection, warranty tracking, and final submissions)
• Communicate with subcontractors and suppliers to coordinate scope confirmation, document submissions, and outstanding items
• Follow up on pending deliverables and flag delays to the PM
• Track and manage RFIs and submittals through the full lifecycle (preparation, distribution, follow-up, and logging)
• Acquire, review, and track shop drawings; coordinate review and approval status with PMs and subcontractors
• Maintain organized and up-to-date project documentation across all active jobs
• Manage and maintain project data in cloud-based software (RFIs, submittals, drawings, and project logs)
• Assist with pricing requests as needed (gathering quotes, organizing cost data, and supporting the PM in budget tracking)

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred.
• Bilingual (Spanish and English) required
• Proven experience in construction project management or a similar role.
• Knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in project management software and MS Office Suite.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools and platforms used for estimating and scheduling in the construction industry.