Construction Project Engineer - Planning & Field Liaison

Keller Brothers; Mount Airy (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Keller Brothers is seeking a Project Engineer to support planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects from pre-construction through closeout. You will help ensure schedules, budgets, quality, and safety standards are met through effective documentation and communication.

The role involves collaboration with clients, field teams, and management, including preparing meeting minutes and assisting in closeout activities. Opportunities for growth toward leadership roles exist.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field preferred, or equivalent construction experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and maintenance of project schedules and budgets.
• Coordinate with and oversee subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Review and process submittals, RFIs, change orders, and other project documentation.
• Issue Letters of Intent based on buyout and scope developed by PM.
• Maintain project logs and documentation using project management software.
• Conduct quality control inspections of materials and labor throughout assigned projects.
• Maintain Material Procurement Logs for assigned projects, contact vendors and input times, track fabrication progress and anticipated delivery dates to ensure material/equipment is delivered in time to avoid delaying the project
• Maintain effective communication with project stakeholders, including clients, team members, and management
• Support field operations by ensuring timely communication between the office and job site.
• Participate in project meetings and assist in preparing meeting minutes and action items.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies. Responsible to collect all safety documents from subcontractors and enforce the implementation of safety protocols to promote a safe work environment.
• Assist in the preparation of closeout documentation, punch lists, and final inspections.
• Assist in the preparation of technical proposals and presentations and contract packages for potential projects.
• Collaborate with the estimating team during pre-construction for quantity take-offs and bid analysis.

Skills

Project coordination

Scheduling

Budgeting

Subcontractor management

Documentation

Safety compliance

MS Project

Procore

Bluebeam

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering / construction management

Internship or co-op in construction

Strong organizational skills

Tools

MS Project

Procore

Bluebeam

Job description

Keller Brothers is seeking a Project Engineer to support planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects from pre-construction through closeout. You will help ensure schedules, budgets, quality, and safety standards are met through effective documentation and communication.

The role involves collaboration with clients, field teams, and management, including preparing meeting minutes and assisting in closeout activities. Opportunities for growth toward leadership roles exist.