Construction Project Engineer: Drive Safe, On-Time Delivery

BUCH Co; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

BUCH Co is seeking a Project Engineer to support the Project Manager and Superintendent in delivering construction projects safely, on time, within budget, and to client quality standards. The role focuses on construction administration, coordinating submittals, RFIs, and ensuring timely information flow.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s or Associate degree in a related field, with strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, and proficiency in MS Office, Procore,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; or an Associate’s Degree in Construction Management or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of design and construction principles and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Support PM and Superintendent to manage projects safely, on time, within budget and quality standards.
• Coordinate, review, and distribute information and authorizations for project completion.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and assist with submittals and RFIs to keep on schedule.
• Prepare closeout documents including as-builts, manuals, and warranties.
• Contribute to environmentally responsible and sustainable construction.

Skills

Time management

Analytical thinking

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture/Engineering/Construction Management

Associate’s Degree in Construction Management

Tools

MS Office

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Description

The Project Engineer is responsible for assisting the Project Team, specifically the Project Manager and Project Superintendent with all efforts required to manage construction projects safely, on time, within budget, and to the quality standards expected by our clients. The Project Engineer will primarily perform the construction administration tasks coordinating, receiving, reviewing and distributing information and authorizations necessary for the successful completion of projects.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Project Engineer will conduct business operations from the office, the field, or likely a combination of both. They will be responsible for:

- Knowing and understanding the inherent risks and hazards of the construction industry. The safety of each and every person on site is of supreme importance. Promoting and maintaining a safe project site, and monitoring and enforcing the Buch Safety Program in accordance with Buch policies and all federal, state, and local laws is paramount;

- Providing operational support in all phases of the project, preconstruction, construction, and closeout;

- Assisting in the development and maintenance of project schedules;

- Coordinating, reviewing, and tracking submittals and RFI’s to ensure schedules are maintained;

- Incorporating submittal and RFI responses, and drawing revisions into the construction documents to ensure a complete and current set is available at all times;

- Preparing closeout documents consisting of as-built record drawings, operations and maintenance manuals, and warranties;

- Assisting with environmentally responsible and sustainable construction.

Job Location(s)

Atlanta, GA – Servicing the State of Georgia and surrounding states

Position Type

Full-Time

Requirements

The Project Engineer should have a Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or at a minimum, an Associate’s Degree in Construction Management, or a related field or equivalent field experience. The Project Engineer should have a basic knowledge of principles and practices of design and construction, including safety standards.

The Project Engineer should be organized with an ability to properly manage their time by prioritizing tasks. They should be analytical and possess critical thinking and problem-solving skills. They should possess strong communication skills, both verbal and writing, and be able to interact and collaborate with coworkers, clients, and outside vendors to provide quality work. They should be self-motivated and committed. They should show initiative to learn and grow into a leadership position.

The Project Engineer must be proficient in the use of computers and other similar technology, and should be experienced in the use of various software applications, such as MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint), Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, P6, and have the capability to learn new software applications specific to the industry, such as those necessary for estimating, project management, and project controls.