Budget-Savvy Construction Project Engineer

FlatironDragados; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation package

401(k) matching

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

Wellness program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

FlatironDragados is seeking a Project Engineer to track and analyze cost data and keep construction projects on budget. You will monitor resources, review drawings and specifications, and provide input for the project work plan.

The role requires 5+ years in construction engineering, cost accounting know-how, and experience with design-build methods. You will coordinate subcontractors, manage RFIs, and ensure safety and compliance on site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 5+ years of construction engineering experience.
• Experience in cost accounting and basic estimating.
• Knowledge of design-build or alternative build methods.
• Able to delegate and progress project production.

Responsibilities

• Meet with engineering and field crews to review production schedule and confirm all materials, equipment and resources.
• Review all shop drawings, design specifications, material requirements and project data.
• Provide technical input for project work plan and scheduling.
• Identify risk elements that could impact budget or schedule.
• Evaluate daily production, schedule and budget projections to track performance.
• Update project schedule weekly for owner and management reporting.
• Prepare and manage a three-week work plan and mitigate delays and costs.
• Initiate and manage all RFIs.
• Remit accurate project quantities using cost coding for reporting.
• Manage invoicing with accounting for materials, equipment and subcontractors.
• Review certificates and permits needed to perform work.
• Review required JHAs to ensure safety and compliance.
• Coordinate subcontractor work methods, schedule and crews.

Skills

Cost accounting

Budgeting

Resource monitoring

Construction scheduling

Contract specs

Team delegation

Quality assurance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Job description

FlatironDragados is seeking a Project Engineer to track and analyze cost data and keep construction projects on budget. You will monitor resources, review drawings and specifications, and provide input for the project work plan.

The role requires 5+ years in construction engineering, cost accounting know-how, and experience with design-build methods. You will coordinate subcontractors, manage RFIs, and ensure safety and compliance on site.