Junior Project Engineer - Travel for Midwest Projects

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Project Engineer to support project controls, document management, and field coordination on Midwest projects.

This early-career role provides hands-on exposure to scheduling, cost tracking, subcontractor oversight, and safety practices. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Construction Management or Engineering, be mobile across the region, and eager to grow into project leadership through McCarthy’s training and Total Rewards

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering required.
• General knowledge of construction principles/practices required.
• Strong work ethic and desire to work in a team environment required.
• Must be geographically mobile and able to relocate within the region.
• Construction internship or other related construction work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• General Contract and Subcontract administration
• Monitor/document job-site safety and accident prevention
• Construction scheduling
• Procurement and expediting of material and equipment
• Mechanical, electrical and piping systems coordination
• Shop drawing/submittal review and coordination
• Project cost review, reporting, updating and accounting
• Review of subcontractor applications for payment
• Participation in/documentation of project coordination meetings
• Supervision/coordination of subcontractors’ field installations
• Review/negotiate change proposal pricing from subcontractors and prepare change proposal pricing for self-performed work
• Change order documentation and associated cost reporting and maintenance
• Research and suggest options on construction means, methods and equipment
• Maintenance of As-Built plans
• Quality control and project closeout

Skills

Teamwork

Mobility

Construction knowledge

Internship experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Job description

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Project Engineer to support project controls, document management, and field coordination on Midwest projects.

This early-career role provides hands-on exposure to scheduling, cost tracking, subcontractor oversight, and safety practices. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Construction Management or Engineering, be mobile across the region, and eager to grow into project leadership through McCarthy’s training and Total Rewards