MILCON Design-Build Project Engineer

ICON; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

ICON is seeking a Project Engineer to support our Design-Build team in Austin, TX. You will serve as the primary liaison between ICON’s design, engineering, and field operations, ensuring seamless coordination and accurate information flow during construction.

You will assist with design coordination, submittals, RFIs, document control, scheduling, and change management, leveraging ICON’s 3D-printed building technology to drive efficient project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience supporting design-build or general contracting projects.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, detailing, and technical coordination.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project information workflows and document control systems (Procore, Smartsheet, Bluebeam, or equivalent).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a proactive, detail-oriented mindset.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Fundamental understanding of construction cost management principles.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary conduit between design and construction teams to ensure technical information, design intent, and construction priorities are aligned and clearly communicated.
• Manage the timely flow of RFIs, submittals, and design clarifications between architects, engineers, and field teams.
• Coordinate with ICON’s Design, Structural, MEP, and Print Operations teams to ensure design details are constructible, accurate, and compatible with ICON’s 3D-printed systems.
• Track design revisions and ensure updated documents are distributed to the appropriate stakeholders.
• Maintain complete and organized project documentation including drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, and change orders.
• Support project budgeting and cost tracking by assisting with procurement logs, trade buyout tracking, and invoice reconciliation.
• Prepare and update project reports, drawing logs, and other management tools in accordance with ICON’s PMO standards.
• Ensure all field and design documentation is processed and stored in ICON’s designated project management systems (Procore, Smartsheets, etc.).
• Support the development and maintenance of project schedules, coordinating design deliverables with construction milestones.
• Assist field teams with interpreting drawings, verifying dimensions, and ensuring that work aligns with design intent.
• Participate in site walks and quality reviews to confirm that design and construction coordination issues are promptly addressed.
• Help identify potential constructability challenges and propose proactive solutions in collaboration with the Project Manager and Construction Manager.
• Work closely with ICON’s Design, Construction, Procurement, and Print Operations teams to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Facilitate clear, consistent, and professional communication between internal and external stakeholders.
• Support project closeout by compiling as-built documentation, warranty information, and turnover packages.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Engineering/Architecture

Tools

Procore

Smartsheet

Bluebeam

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

ICON is seeking a Project Engineer to support our Design-Build team in Austin, TX. You will serve as the primary liaison between ICON’s design, engineering, and field operations, ensuring seamless coordination and accurate information flow during construction.

You will assist with design coordination, submittals, RFIs, document control, scheduling, and change management, leveraging ICON’s 3D-printed building technology to drive efficient project delivery.