Construction Project Engineer

ATALNT; Homestead (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Cell phone allowance

Job summary

Atalnt Llc in Homestead, PA is seeking a detail-oriented Project Engineer to support commercial construction projects valued at up to $3 million. You will coordinate documentation, manage RFIs and submittals, monitor schedules, and support project execution alongside Project Managers, Superintendents, architects, and engineers.

The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills, knowledge of commercial construction, and the ability to handle multiple active projects simultaneously.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in commercial construction project engineering, coordination, or administration.
• Experience with projects valued around $3 million or less.
• Strong knowledge of drawings, specs, and construction documentation.
• Experience managing RFIs, submittals, logs, and project records.
• Excellent communication with project teams, subs, and field personnel.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers with commercial construction projects up to $3 million.
• Coordinate documentation and communication between stakeholders.
• Assist with subcontractor coordination and site activities.
• Track deliverables, deadlines, and outstanding items.
• Prepare, issue, and manage RFIs and submittals.
• Develop and maintain submittal schedules and logs.
• Coordinate shop drawings, submittals, and material approvals.
• Attend meetings and distribute minutes and actions.

Skills

5+ years experience

Project coordination

Construction documentation

RFI/submittals management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Timberline/Sage or PM software

Job description

Location: Homestead, Pennsylvania (Pittsburgh Area)

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Location: In-Person

Our client is an established commercial general contractor delivering commercial construction, renovations, tenant improvements, and specialty projects.

The company emphasizes collaboration, accountability, operational efficiency, and professional development.

We are seeking a detail-oriented Project Engineer to support commercial construction projects valued at $3 million or less.

The Project Engineer will work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and other project stakeholders to coordinate construction documentation, manage RFIs and submittals, monitor project schedules, and support successful project execution.

The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills, commercial construction knowledge, and the ability to support multiple active projects simultaneously.

Why Join Us?

• Support a diverse portfolio of commercial construction projects
• Gain exposure to renovations, tenant improvements, specialty projects, and ground-up construction
• Work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, and clients
• Develop project management and construction coordination skills
• Opportunity for professional growth and career advancement
• Professional training and development

Responsibilities

Project Coordination

• Support Project Managers with commercial construction projects valued at up to $3 million
• Coordinate project documentation and communication between project stakeholders
• Assist with subcontractor coordination and construction activities
• Track project deliverables, deadlines, and outstanding items
• Support multiple active projects and competing priorities
• Prepare, process, track, and distribute Requests for Information (RFIs)
• Develop and maintain project submittal schedules and logs
• Coordinate shop drawings, subcontractor submittals, material approvals, and samples
• Track outstanding RFIs, submittals, and project deliverables
• Communicate with architects, engineers, owners, subcontractors, and project teams regarding documentation

Project Documentation

• Maintain and distribute construction drawings, specifications, schedules, and project documentation
• Maintain updated project drawings, specifications, and construction logs
• Attend project meetings, prepare meeting minutes, and distribute action items
• Maintain organized project records throughout the construction process

Cost & Change Order Support

• Assist with subcontractor change order pricing and documentation
• Perform quantity takeoffs and obtain material pricing for project changes
• Support project cost tracking and documentation
• Assist Project Managers with evaluating project changes and potential cost impacts

Scheduling & Project Execution

• Assist with project scheduling and weekly construction objectives
• Track project progress and outstanding activities
• Coordinate with Project Managers and Superintendents regarding project requirements
• Help identify schedule conflicts and documentation issues
• Support project quality control and schedule coordination

Project Closeout

• Support punch list tracking and completion
• Collect warranties, operation manuals, and final project records
• Assist with final project documentation and closeout procedures
• Ensure project records are complete and properly organized

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction project engineering, project coordination, or construction administration
• Exposure to commercial construction projects valued at approximately $3 million or less
• Strong understanding of commercial construction drawings, specifications, and documentation
• Experience managing RFIs, submittals, construction logs, and project records
• Strong communication skills with project teams, subcontractors, and field personnel
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and project deadlines
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience

Preferred Experience

• Commercial renovations
• Office construction
• Ground-up construction
• Specialty construction projects
• Change order coordination
• Subcontractor coordination
• Timberline/Sage or other construction project management software
• Experience supporting multiple commercial construction projects simultaneously
• Full-time, in-person position based in Homestead, Pennsylvania
• Located in the Pittsburgh metropolitan area
• Regular interaction with Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, architects, engineers, owners, and vendors
• Combination of office-based project coordination and construction site interaction
• Requires the ability to manage multiple projects, documentation requirements, and deadlines
• Bonus opportunities
• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Cell phone allowance, subject to company policy