Junior Project Engineer - Mechanical Construction

Comfort Temp Company; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Critical Illness

Life Insurance

401(k) Match

Tool Account

HVAC Maintenance Discount

Professional Development

Culture & Events

Paid Time Off

Job summary

CT Mechanical, a division of Comfort Temp Company, seeks a Project Engineer to support the Project Management team on mechanical projects from turnover through closeout in Jacksonville and Gainesville. This early-career role offers hands-on experience in mechanical contracting, procurement, and documentation, with a clear path toward project management and professional growth.

You'll collaborate with estimators, vendors, and field teams, gaining exposure to schedules, budgets, and quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• 0–3 years of experience in project engineering, coordination, or related role in construction/mechanical contracting.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and plumbing drawings and specs; HVAC/plumbing knowledge is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with Bluebeam, AutoCAD/Revit, or PM software is a plus.
• Core competencies include strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, organization, and clear written/verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Set up projects and turnover, coordinating with estimators and handoffs in Jacksonville and Gainesville.
• Review plans and specifications to identify scope, conflicts and coordination issues.
• Manage submittals: create register, request, review, and distribute.
• Prepare and track RFIs and responses to affected parties.
• Coordinate procurement: lead times, release dates, and vendor coordination.
• Issue POs and subcontracts; log changes in QuickBooks Workforce.
• Assist PMs with change orders, pricing, and approvals.
• Handle owner-directed purchases (ODP) and invoicing.
• Maintain schedules and coordinate with trades and the general contractor.
• Provide field support and visit job sites as needed.
• Maintain document control: revisions, logs, submittals, POs/subcontracts.
• Collect COIs for subcontractors in Jacksonville and Gainesville.
• Compile O&M manuals and support commissioning and training.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Proactive attitude

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

AutoCAD/Revit

Project management software

Job description

CT Mechanical, a division of Comfort Temp Company, seeks a Project Engineer to support the Project Management team on mechanical projects from turnover through closeout in Jacksonville and Gainesville. This early-career role offers hands-on experience in mechanical contracting, procurement, and documentation, with a clear path toward project management and professional growth.

You'll collaborate with estimators, vendors, and field teams, gaining exposure to schedules, budgets, and quality