Construction Project Engineer: Scheduling & Cost Control

Dick Anderson Construction; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Dental and vision insurance

HSA and FSA

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid time off and vacation

Referral program

Retirement plan options

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Dick Anderson Construction in Great Falls, MT is seeking a motivated, organized Project Engineer to support construction projects from start to finish. You will assist with submittals, cost tracking, scheduling, procurement, and communication across all project phases.

Join a team that works closely with owners, architects, subcontractors, and internal staff to deliver safe, efficient, and on-schedule projects with a strong emphasis on documentation and cost control.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred
• Previous Project Engineer or construction project coordination experience preferred
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction management software
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively with project managers, field personnel, owners, architects, subcontractors, vendors, and clients
• Self-motivated with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced construction environment

Responsibilities

• Preparing project submittals, including schedules, material lists, material specifications, subcontractor documentation, and related project paperwork
• Coordinating with accounting to prepare subcontracts, insurance documentation, monthly billings, and project-related financial information
• Securing required permits and maintaining all project documentation and files
• Reviewing daily timecards for coding accuracy and submitting them for processing
• Collecting, organizing, and maintaining project reports, meeting agendas, correspondence, and project records
• Matching invoices, purchase orders, and subcontractor payments while ensuring documentation accuracy
• Tracking project quantities, production, costs, and preparing weekly cost projections
• Assisting with quantity tracking and cost analysis to support future estimating and bidding efforts
• Managing procurement of project materials, equipment, and long lead-time items
• Maintaining accurate as-built drawings and project specifications throughout construction
• Leading and supporting project scheduling activities
• Communicating with owners, architects, subcontractors, suppliers, and project teams to maintain strong working relationships
• Coordinating material orders with Superintendents and verifying project material postings
• Assisting with project closeout documentation, final pay quantities, final cost reporting, and project record storage
• Supporting the Project Manager with additional project coordination and administrative tasks as needed

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

MS Office

Construction software

Multitasking

Education

Civil/Construction degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Construction CM Software

Job description

Dick Anderson Construction in Great Falls, MT is seeking a motivated, organized Project Engineer to support construction projects from start to finish. You will assist with submittals, cost tracking, scheduling, procurement, and communication across all project phases.

Join a team that works closely with owners, architects, subcontractors, and internal staff to deliver safe, efficient, and on-schedule projects with a strong emphasis on documentation and cost control.