Project Engineer

Socket.dev; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

Profit Sharing - Bonus Opportunity

Self Funded Insurance Plan

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Project Engineer to support the Project Manager in all phases of construction project delivery, including planning, design, procurement, construction, close-out, and warranty. Assignments may be office-based, field-based, or a combination of both.

You will assist with estimating, bidding, submittals, scheduling, budgets, change orders, safety, and quality control, coordinating with the jobsite superintendent and subcontractors to keep projects on track and compliant with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in engineering/construction field and related experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Solid organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Assist with estimating activities and cost development.
• Assist with bidding by preparing bid documents and subcontractor outreach.
• Review submittals, track outstanding items, and coordinate with subs.
• Collaborate with the jobsite superintendent to review drawings, schedules, budgets, and logistics.
• Assist with change orders and project accounting tasks.
• Support subcontractor coordination, including meetings, scheduling, material staging, and issue resolution.
• Maintain project documentation and progress reports for owners as requested.
• Assist with quality control activities and site safety inspections.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational abilities

Problem-solving

Independent and collaborative work

Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Project Engineer supports the Project Manager or Senior Project Manager in all phases of construction project delivery, including planning, design, procurement, construction, close‑out, and warranty. Assignments may be office‑based, field‑based, or a combination of both. On smaller or less complex projects, the Project Engineer may serve as the primary project manager, coordinating design and construction activities, monitoring schedules and budgets, and tracking overall project progress.

Project Management Support

• Assist with estimating activities, including attending budget charrettes, preparing quantity take‑offs, and supporting cost development.
• Support the bidding process by preparing bid documents, soliciting subcontractors, distributing plans, and assembling bid tabs and qualification summaries.
• Review and process submittals, track outstanding items, and coordinate with subcontractors to maintain timely submissions.
• Collaborate with the jobsite superintendent to review drawings, schedules, budgets, and project logistics.
• Assist with project accounting tasks, including change order administration and budget updates.
• Support project progress activities such as subcontractor and supplier communication, permitting, and meeting participation.
• Prepare and distribute project progress reports to owners as requested.
• Assist with negotiating, drafting, and processing subcontracts and change orders.
• Support project close‑out activities, including inspections, punch list creation, and collection of close‑out documentation.

Field Support Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring and implementing site safety and security protocols; help conduct and document weekly safety inspections and meetings.
• Maintain project documentation, including daily logs, progress photos, as‑built drawings, and jobsite files.
• Assist with distribution and maintenance of current construction documents (drawings, addenda, bulletins, specifications).
• Support development and communication of overall project schedules and three‑week look‑ahead schedules.
• Assist with subcontractor coordination, including meetings, activity scheduling, material staging, and labor issue resolution.
• Support shop drawing and submittal review processes, maintain submittal logs, and verify material delivery dates.
• Assist with quality control activities, including layout coordination, materials testing, and inspection of work for compliance with plans and specifications.
• Help document and communicate project changes, including pricing requests, extra work authorizations, and construction bulletins.

Qualifications, Interpersonal Skills, and Technical Proficiency

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field; or an Associate’s degree with additional construction experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Solid organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, file‑sharing platforms, virtual collaboration tools, and general business software.

Physical & Additional Requirements

Requirements vary by assignment and may include

• Ability to work extended hours and travel overnight as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability under company policies.
• Ability to safely navigate construction sites, including adequate vision, mobility, and hearing.
• Ability to pass background checks required by certain clients (e.g., school project sites).
• 401 (k)
• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

PTO

• Self Funded Insurance Plan
• Profit Sharing - Bonus Opportunity