Construction Project Engineer

Scott Humphrey Corporation; Concord (NC); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm in North Carolina is seeking a Construction Project Engineer to support project management in new construction and renovation projects. The role involves assisting in execution, managing project documentation, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s in construction management and at least 1 year of experience. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential. The company promotes a safety culture and encourages collaboration within the team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of project management experience in commercial construction.
• Strong knowledge of contract terms and construction processes.
• Familiarity with scheduling software and construction document management.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager in project execution.
• Assist with updating project schedules and communicating changes.
• Manage administrative project tasks including RFIs and submittals.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Cost management

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Scheduling software

Construction document management

Job description

As a Construction Project Engineer you will be an integral part of a team that oversees the new construction and renovation of Commercial and special project.; project quality control, subcontractor coordination, daily logs/project documentation, safety, and inspections.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager and Superintendent in overall project execution.
• Assist with updating project schedules and communicating changes to subcontractors and Owners.
• Learn and apply basic knowledge of project financials, including cost books and change orders.
• Review and assist with the development of subcontracts and subcontractor change orders.
• Manage administrative project tasks including RFIs, submittals, and pricing/change order support.
• Gain exposure to contract language and Owner requirements.
• Develop solutions to improve project performance and execution.
• Understand and support compliance with company and project-specific quality standards.
• Communicate consistently with internal teams, subcontractors, and key external stakeholders.
• Promote and support a zero-incident safety culture through understanding of OSHA and company protocols.
• Mentor project interns and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of project management experience in commercial construction GC.
• Strong knowledge of contract terms, cost management, scheduling, and construction processes.
• Familiarity with scheduling software, Microsoft Office Suite, and construction document management.
• Excellent communication, collaboration , and problem-solving abilities.