Construction Project Engineer

Headwaters Construction Company; Draper (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Vehicle Allowance

Bonus Opportunities

PTO

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Leave and Bereavement

401(K) Match

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability

Empowering and positive workplace kult

Opportunity to make a real impact

Job summary

Headwaters Construction Company seeks a motivated Project Engineer to join our Draper, UT operations team. You will work with Project Managers, Superintendents, and design teams to support commercial construction projects from documentation to field communication.

Responsibilities include coordinating submittals/RFIs, supporting scheduling, and ensuring accurate office-field communication. This role offers growth toward a long-term career in commercial construction project management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Engineering Technology, Business or related field preferred.
• 1+ year of commercial construction experience, including internships or entry-level project coordination.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and construction management software (Procore experience preferred).
• Basic understanding of construction procedures, scheduling, and project documentation.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced commercial construction environment.
• Ability to travel to project sites as needed and safely access active construction environments while wearing required PPE.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with daily project coordination, documentation, and administrative support.
• Manage and track submittals, shop drawings, product data, and other project documentation.
• Maintain and distribute current project plans, specifications, and related documents to subcontractors and suppliers.
• Coordinate communication between project teams, subcontractors, architects, owners, and suppliers.
• Support project scheduling, procurement tracking, and material coordination.
• Attend project meetings, prepare meeting minutes, and track action items.
• Provide project information and coordination support to Superintendents and field teams.
• Maintain project logs and assist with project closeout documentation, including warranties, operation and maintenance manuals, and final turnover packages.
• Help identify project issues and support timely resolution while promoting safe jobsite operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication

Problem-solving

Reading drawings

Willingness to learn

Multi-tasking

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Engineering Technology, Business

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

Headwaters Construction Company is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Engineer to join our Operations team. This position works closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, and design teams to support the successful execution of commercial construction projects. The Project Engineer is responsible for coordinating project documentation, managing submittals and RFIs, supporting project scheduling, and ensuring accurate communication between the office and the field. This role is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in commercial construction project management.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary
• Vehicle Allowance
• Bonus Opportunities
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave and Bereavement
• 401(K) Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Empowering and positive workplace culture
• Opportunity to make a real impact

What You Need

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Engineering Technology, Business, or a related field preferred
• 1+ years of commercial construction experience, including internships or entry-level project coordination experience
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and construction management software (Procore experience preferred)
• Basic understanding of construction procedures, scheduling, and project documentation
• Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced commercial construction environment
• Ability to travel to project sites as needed and safely access active construction environments while wearing required PPE

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with daily project coordination, documentation, and administrative support
• Manage and track submittals, shop drawings, product data, and other project documentation
• Maintain and distribute current project plans, specifications, and related documents to subcontractors and suppliers
• Coordinate communication between project teams, subcontractors, architects, owners, and suppliers
• Support project scheduling, procurement tracking, and material coordination
• Attend project meetings, prepare meeting minutes, and track action items
• Provide project information and coordination support to Superintendents and field teams
• Maintain project logs and assist with project closeout documentation, including warranties, operation and maintenance manuals, and final turnover packages
• Help identify project issues and support timely resolution while promoting safe jobsite operations
• Performs other duties as assigned

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Headwaters Construction Company is a multi-state Commercial General Contractor. To learn more about Headwaters Construction Company, please visit www.headwaterscc.com/about

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