Construction Project Engineer: Hands-On Growth Path

Speedwell Construction; Matthews (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Speedwell Construction is hiring a Project Engineer to join our on-site project management team in Matthews, NC. You will work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, architects, engineers and owners to move projects from planning through closeout.

You will manage RFIs, submittals, and documentation, coordinate with all stakeholders, and help with buyouts and safety planning. A structured, tech-savvy, team-oriented candidate will thrive.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid driver's license and basic computer skills are required.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• OSHA 10-hour certification is a plus.
• Commercial or industrial construction exposure is advantageous.
• Experience with construction software (Bluebeam, Viewpoint, Revit, MS Project) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage submittals and track RFIs throughout the project.
• Review drawings, specs, contracts, subcontracts, and PO docs.
• Coordinate with project team, subcontractors, suppliers, architects, and engineers.
• Solicit subcontractor and supplier pricing for change orders.
• Assist with subcontractor and vendor buyout for assigned scopes.
• Resolve scope, drawing, and document coordination questions.
• Maintain organized digital drawing sets and project info.
• Support safety planning and jobsite documentation.
• Take ownership of closeout documentation and deliverables.
• Visit active sites for meetings, coordination, and inspections.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Ownership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Bluebeam

Viewpoint

Revit

Microsoft Project

Job description

Speedwell Construction is hiring a Project Engineer to join our on-site project management team in Matthews, NC. You will work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, architects, engineers and owners to move projects from planning through closeout.

You will manage RFIs, submittals, and documentation, coordinate with all stakeholders, and help with buyouts and safety planning. A structured, tech-savvy, team-oriented candidate will thrive.