MEP Project Engineer

Hoffman Construction Company; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Ongoing professional training

Health insurance

Paid time off

Generous retirement plan

Job summary

Hoffman Construction Company is seeking an MEP Project Engineer for an onsite position in Boise, ID. The role involves working collaboratively with design professionals, clients, and subcontractors to solve technical coordination issues and ensure project success.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of experience in commercial building and a degree in engineering. The position offers a competitive salary between $90,000 and $130,000, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of commercial building experience required.
• Proficient in project management software.
• Understanding of materials and methods of construction essential.

Responsibilities

• Interface between managers and subcontractors to resolve coordination issues.
• Run meetings with team members and clients.
• Coordinate MEP elements within project design.
• Conduct field surveys and serve as a technical advisor on site.

Skills

Microsoft Office 365

Project management software

AutoCAD

Revit

Navisworks

Construction document reading

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Prolog

Procore

Bluebeam

Primavera Project Planner (P6)

Job description

Job Description

The MEP Project Engineer will work within the Construction Department, reporting to the Project Superintendent and MEP Project Manager. They will work closely with design professionals, clients, and subcontractors to address complex coordination issues. The engineer is on the front line to aid in avoiding and solving technical problems that arise. The position is fully onsite and based in Boise, ID. Salary ranges from $90,000 to $130,000 DOE with incentives.

Essential Responsibilities

• Interface between area managers and multiple subcontractors to resolve field coordination items.
• Run meetings involving area managers, design team members, multiple subcontractors, and client representatives.
• Interpret design, construction documents, technical manuals, and quantify materials required for construction.
• Coordinate all MEP elements within the overall project design.
• Organize and facilitate training of the client’s personnel in the operations and maintenance of MEP elements and systems.
• Review and process submittal information and coordinate between multiple submittals to ensure the accuracy and functionality of each component of the various elements and systems.
• Generate, receive, and distribute requests for information (RFI).
• Receive and distribute change documents issued by other team members.
• Conduct field survey layout of control lines and benchmarks.
• Serve as the technical advisor at the onsite field construction office.
• Coordinate architectural, structural, and MEP systems within the overall project design.

Position Related Skills

• Proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams) and have a general understanding of working within a computer network.
• Experience with project management software such as Prolog, Procore, E-Builder, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, and Primavera Project Planner (P6).
• Experience with design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and Navisworks.
• Training in design and construction document reading, design specifications, survey theory and techniques.
• Experience in organizing technical data in a neat and accurate method; familiar with CSI specification system for construction.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of all aspects of construction.
• Highly developed visual observation and interpretation skills.
• Ability to work well and maintain a cooperative attitude through high‑pressure situations.
• Excellent time‑management skills and ability to multi‑task and prioritize work while frequently interrupted by phone calls and questions on work in progress.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with an ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to work closely with a variety of trade and craft people in a field work situation. Patience and professionalism are essential.
• Must be a strong team player with the ability to collaborate with various personnel within and across departments and at all levels of leadership.
• Work schedule must be flexible to allow extended hours or off‑shift work to accommodate changing construction schedule and sequences.

Professional Experience and Education

• A minimum of three (3) years of commercial building experience.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or an equivalent degree and/or equivalent field work experience.
• Education background in materials and methods of construction.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Workday involves stationary periods and movement on site; must spend equal amounts in office and on construction site.
• Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs, and work in confined spaces.
• Constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, or printer; frequently operate machinery and use hands/fingers and legs to operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, and position materials.
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus outdoors; required for analyzing data, transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, reading printed and digital documents.
• Must be able to work in proximity to loud equipment more than 50% of the time; must wear hearing protection as necessary; often required to communicate with customers and coworkers in office and on site.
• Ability to communicate laws, ordinances, plans, regulations, protocols, directives, and standard operating procedures related to project scope in English.
• Must be able to lift or manipulate 50 pounds to a height of 3 feet and carry or push it 50‑100 feet.
• Must be able to regularly bend or twist to examine project work.
• Must be able to regularly position self in a kneeling, crouching or crawling position for the purpose of examining project work.
• Must use independent judgment and organizational/problem‑solving skills to determine the best method to accomplish desired results.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and advancement opportunities.
• Ongoing professional training and development.
• Comprehensive benefits—including free primary care for you and your family through dedicated clinics, health insurance, paid time off, and a generous retirement plan.
• A culture rooted in inclusion, collaboration, and respect.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Hoffman Construction is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.