On-Site Project Engineer — Modular Construction & Submittals

Zekelman Industries; San Tan Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Bonus Plan & Profit‑Sharing

401(k) with Company Match

Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision

Tuition Assistance Program

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Employee Loyalty Awards

Job summary

Z Modular, a division of Zekelman Industries, is seeking a Project Engineer to support modular construction projects through coordination, documentation management, and technical oversight. You will manage submittals, RFIs, scheduling support, and compliance to drive efficiency and quality on-site in the San Tan Valley/Chandler AZ area.

You will collaborate with Project Managers, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure accurate documentation, timely reporting, and adherence to

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in construction, preferably modular construction or prefabrication.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in building science, construction management, civil engineering, or related field.
• Familiarity with modular construction regulatory requirements and standards (preferred).
• Procore Certification, CAPM, or OSHA 10‑Hour Construction Certification (preferred).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management software (MS Project, Procore, Bluebeam).
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, blueprint interpretation, and modular processes.
• Skilled in budgeting, scheduling, cost control, and compliance support.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Manages project submittals, RFIs, correspondence, and reporting to support daily project operations.
• Supports project scheduling, budgeting, and implementation by collaborating with project teams and Scheduling Department.
• Assists in developing project schedules, preparing schedule of values, and managing change orders.
• Coordinates material procurement, inventory management, and confirmation of approved materials before production.
• Prepares subcontracts, purchase orders, requisitions, and proposals.
• Attends weekly OAC meetings and provides documentation support.
• Guides Project Coordinators on documentation standards, RFIs, and submittal processes.
• Ensures compliance with company safety standards and government regulations on-site.
• Supports quality control efforts and coordinates close-out documentation, warranties, and manuals.
• Assembles final close-out packages in collaboration with the Project Manager – Transitions.

Skills

Budgeting

Scheduling

Cost control

Documentation

Communication

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Blueprint interpretation

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in building science / construction management / civil engineering

Tools

MS Project

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

Z Modular, a division of Zekelman Industries, is seeking a Project Engineer to support modular construction projects through coordination, documentation management, and technical oversight. You will manage submittals, RFIs, scheduling support, and compliance to drive efficiency and quality on-site in the San Tan Valley/Chandler AZ area.

You will collaborate with Project Managers, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure accurate documentation, timely reporting, and adherence to