Project Engineer

Scott Humphrey Corporation; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A national recruitment practice specializing in construction is seeking a Project Engineer for their headquarters in Austin, TX. This full-time role involves supporting project execution and requires a Bachelor's degree in construction management or a related field, along with at least 2 years of experience in commercial construction. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential. Join a collaborative team focused on safety and quality performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of progressive project management experience in commercial construction.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager and Superintendent in overall project execution.
• Assist with updating project schedules and communicating changes.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Knowledge of contract terms

Cost management

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field

Tools

Scheduling software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Scott Humphrey has partnered with a large and reputable general contractor to assist in finding a Project Engineer for their headquarters in Austin, TX. As a Construction Project Engineer/Senior Project Engineer you will be an integral part of a team that oversees the new construction and renovation of Commercial and special projects; project quality control, subcontractor coordination, daily logs/project documentation, safety, and inspections.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager and Superintendent in overall project execution
• Assist with updating project schedules and communicating changes to subcontractors and Owners
• Learn and apply basic knowledge of project financials, including cost books and change orders
• Review and assist with the development of subcontracts and subcontractor change orders
• Manage administrative project tasks including RFIs, submittals, and pricing/change order support
• Gain exposure to contract language and Owner requirements
• Develop solutions to improve project performance and execution
• Understand and support compliance with company and project-specific quality standards
• Communicate consistently with internal teams, subcontractors, and key external stakeholders
• Promote and support a zero-incident safety culture through understanding of OSHA and company protocols
• Mentor project interns and contribute to a collaborative team environment

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, or related field
• Minimum of 2 years of progressive project management experience in commercial construction GC
• Strong knowledge of contract terms, cost management, scheduling, and construction processes
• Familiarity with scheduling software, Microsoft Office Suite, and construction document management
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities

About Scott-Humphrey

We are a national recruitment practice specializing in Construction, Real Estate, Legal, Pharma/Med Device, Digital Marketing, Creative, & Shared Services recruitment. We focus on establishing mutually beneficial partnerships with industry leaders through consistent delivery of top talent in this candidate-driven market.

We understand the challenges our candidates and clients face when working with firms lacking the agility to adapt to their partner's needs. Our goal at SH is to fill that gap by offering unique tailored solutions to each of our partners regardless of title or company size.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Project Management

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting
• Construction