Construction Project Engineer: Career Path to PM

Actalent; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 87,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays & vacation

Life insurance & disability

Wellness initiatives and on-site gym

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Actalent seeks a Project Engineer to support commercial construction from preconstruction through closeout in Denver, CO. You will liaise with project teams, architects, owners, and subcontractors to ensure documentation and schedules are met.

The role emphasizes maintaining plans, specs, schedules, and QA/QC plans, with a clear path toward Assistant Project Manager and Project Manager roles within a growing organization.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 years of experience as a Field Engineer or Project Engineer supporting commercial construction projects.
• Experience with RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, and construction management software.

Responsibilities

• Manage and track material procurement schedules and lead times.
• Coordinate material deliveries with subcontractors and field teams to support project schedules.
• Review subcontractor submittals for completeness and compliance prior to architect review.
• Generate, track, and manage RFIs.
• Maintain and distribute current project plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Assist with permitting and project startup requirements.
• Coordinate punch list development and project closeout activities.
• Collect and compile warranties, O&M manuals, as-built drawings, and closeout documentation.
• Support development and implementation of project-specific QA/QC plans.
• Maintain project records, documentation, and file management systems.
• Collaborate with project managers, field teams, architects, owners, consultants, and subcontractors throughout project execution.

Skills

RFIs

Submittals

Change orders

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Construction mgmt software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Management, or related field

Tools

Construction mgmt software

Job description

Actalent seeks a Project Engineer to support commercial construction from preconstruction through closeout in Denver, CO. You will liaise with project teams, architects, owners, and subcontractors to ensure documentation and schedules are met.

The role emphasizes maintaining plans, specs, schedules, and QA/QC plans, with a clear path toward Assistant Project Manager and Project Manager roles within a growing organization.