Project Engineer

McShane Construction Company; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision, Dental, Health Coverage

401(k) with company match

Life and disability insurance

Student loan assistance

15 PTO days

Paid parental leave

Job summary

McShane Construction Company is seeking a Project Engineer to support high-quality multi-family, industrial, and commercial projects. You will gain experience in project controls, budgeting, scheduling, and leading project meetings, while ensuring safety and quality standards.

The role emphasizes in-office work with opportunities to advance through hands-on involvement in preconstruction, controls, scheduling, QA/QC, and safety programs across multiple project lifecycles.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field. Internship experience preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate with clients, design consultants and trade partners.
• Fully proficient with construction management software including Salus, PlanGrid and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Full-time, in-office position.
• Valid U.S. Driver's License required.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. required.

Responsibilities

• Review project drawings to become familiar with project details and scope.
• Assist in bid tab evaluation by reviewing Subcontractor proposals and confirming scope.
• Assist in PQM process for all subcontractors.
• Create, maintain and manage all project RFIs, submittals, material procurement, drawings and changes, meetings minutes, punch lists, and closeouts.
• Manage the review and approval process of all documents associated with project controls.
• Understand and analyze executed Owner contract and ~20 contract terms.
• Confirm subcontractor insurance compliance throughout project.
• Participate in the preparation of job cost reports and Applications for Payment.
• Research and provide options to resolve project challenges/conflicts.

Skills

Communication

Client relations

Team collaboration

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

Construction-related degree/experience

Tools

Salus

PlanGrid

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

McShane Construction Company is looking for a Project Engineer! As a Project Engineer, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality multi-family, industrial, and commercial projects while developing project management skills to advance your career. You’ll become proficient in project controls, build knowledge of project financials, and develop skills necessary to lead project meetings. Through multiple project lifecycles, you’ll gain essential experience ensuring safety, timeliness, and adherence to budgets and McShane quality standards.

Company Benefits

• Vision, Dental, & Health Coverage
• 401(k) with up to 4% Company Match
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Student Loan Assistance
• 15 PTO Days
• Paid Parental Leave

Responsibilities

Preconstruction

• Review project drawings to become familiar with project details and scope
• Assist in bid tab evaluation by reviewing Subcontractor proposals and confirming scope
• Assist in PQM process for all subcontractors

Project Controls

• Create, maintain and manage all project RFI's, submittals, material procurement, drawings and drawings changes, meetings minutes, punch lists, and closeouts
• Manage the review and approval process of all documents associated with project controls
• Understanding and ability to analyze executed Owner contract and 20ish contract terms review
• Confirm subcontractor insurance compliance throughout project
• Participate in the preparation of job cost reports utilizing accounting reports, field resources, and project management resources. Participate in the preparation of Applications for Payment to the project owner.
• Help research and provide options to resolve project challenges/conflicts that arise

Schedule Management

• Participate in the preparation of project schedules and updates

Quality Management

• Become familiar with the company’s Quality Assurance Program
• Assist in management of Inspection Tracking Logs, QA/QC compliance logs

Safety

• Become familiar with the company’s Safety Program
• Participate in preparing specific project safety plan
• Participate in and assist in weekly jobsite safety orientation meetings
• Perform weekly job site safety audits

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field Internship experience preferred
• Ability to effectively communicate with clients, design consultants and trade partners.
• Fully proficient with construction management software including Salus, PlanGrid and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Full-time, in-office position.
• Valid U.S. Driver's License required.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. required.

This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, cell phone allowance, and all company-sponsored employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match and profit sharing, student loan assistance, and PTO.

McShane Construction, established in 1984, is a national award-winning general contractor specializing in multi-family, industrial, commercial, and healthcare markets. As a female-owned and led business, we are committed to integrity, innovation, and collaboration, offering a rewarding career environment. With headquarters in Rosemont, IL, and regional offices in Auburn, AL, Madison, WI, Nashville, TN, and Phoenix, AZ, our impact spans nationwide.

McShane Construction cultivates a culture of inclusion where every individual’s unique background and perspective are embraced. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.