Project Engineer

Legence; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health benefits

Life insurance

Paid time off

Travel expense reimbursement

Job summary

Legence’s Therma division in Boise seeks a Project Engineer to support planning, scheduling, and project accounting while working with Project Managers from preconstruction to closeout.

Ideal candidates have 2–3+ years in mechanical construction, strong MS Office skills, and excellent communication. On-site role with opportunities for growth within Legence’s family of companies.

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years of relevant construction project experience with an HVAC or plumbing mechanical contractor on large commercial projects.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support all areas of project management, including planning, cost management, time management, quality management, contract administration, and safety management.
• Help manage schedules, billings, submittals, RFIs, and change orders, and help select and monitor subcontractors.
• Own submittal management, COR/CO management, and schedule updates.
• Prepare for and take part in all relevant project meetings.
• Manage project reporting.
• Track project issues and keep the Project Manager informed.
• Prepare project closeout documents and internal work documents.
• Provide administrative and office support to the project management team.
• Support project estimating by reviewing specifications, instructions to bidders, and construction drawings.
• Identify and help generate pre-bid Queries for Information.
• Help get the best pricing and on-time delivery of materials from vendors.
• Order and track materials, and help choose materials for purchase.
• Build and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Negotiate prices with vendors and suppliers.
• Contact suppliers to schedule or expedite deliveries and resolve shortages, missed or late deliveries, and other issues.
• Prepare shipping documents.
• Prepare purchase orders and get Project Manager approval.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with general contractors and owners.

Skills

Project management

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

Spectrum ERP

Job description

For over 50 years, Therma has continued to redefine the mechanical construction landscapes in California. Renowned for outstanding client service and attention to detail, we balance innovative, facility-specific solutions with a pragmatic, cost-conscious approach. Today, the firm employs more than 1,100 people in 3 regional offices, and its clients represent a diverse range of market sectors, including Biopharmaceutical, Education, Healthcare, Food & Beverage, Commercial, Industrial and Data Center facilities. Our culture is open, innovative, collaborative, and fun – all reflected in recognition of Therma as a #1 Best Place to Work on multiple occasions. We create an environment that empowers & challenges employees, giving them the greatest opportunity to succeed.

Project Engineer Therma, a Legence company

Build Your Career on Projects That Matter

We have an immediate need for a Project Engineer in Boise. You'll work side by side with our Project Managers on planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and project accounting, and you'll see projects through from preconstruction to closeout. This is a great opportunity if you want broad, hands-on project management experience and a clear path to grow with a company that invests in its people.

What You'll Do

Project Management & Controls

• Support all areas of project management, including planning, cost management, time management, quality management, contract administration, and safety management
• Help manage schedules, billings, submittals, RFIs, and change orders, and help select and monitor subcontractors
• Own submittal management, COR/CO management, and schedule updates
• Prepare for and take part in all relevant project meetings
• Manage project reporting
• Track project issues and keep the Project Manager informed
• Prepare project closeout documents and internal work documents
• Provide administrative and office support to the project management team
• Support project estimating by reviewing specifications, instructions to bidders, and construction drawings
• Identify and help generate pre-bid Requests for Information
• Help get the best pricing and on-time delivery of materials from vendors
• Order and track materials, and help choose materials for purchase
• Build and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers
• Negotiate prices with vendors and suppliers
• Contact suppliers to schedule or expedite deliveries and resolve shortages, missed or late deliveries, and other issues
• Prepare shipping documents
• Prepare purchase orders and get Project Manager approval

Client Relationships

• Build and maintain strong relationships with general contractors and owners

What You Bring

Required

• 2–3+ years of relevant construction project experience with an HVAC or plumbing mechanical contractor on large commercial projects
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related construction field
• Experience with ERP systems such as Spectrum

How You'll Succeed

• Organized: You bring a sense of urgency, set clear priorities, and build action plans that get things done on time. You're thorough, methodical, results-driven, and detail-oriented, and you balance standard procedures with a drive to keep improving.
• Problem-Solver: You find patterns in incomplete information by asking the right questions. You separate facts from assumptions and turn information into practical, decision-ready recommendations.
• Agile: You're hands-on and comfortable switching between working on your own and collaborating across teams, and you help the people around you succeed. You do well in a multi-site, matrixed environment, adjust your style to your audience, and want to grow with the company.

Why Therma?

• Work on complex, high-impact projects across a wide range of market sectors
• Gain experience across the full project lifecycle, from preconstruction to closeout
• Learn from experienced Project Managers in a collaborative, team-first culture
• Grow your career across Therma and the broader Legence family

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About Legence

Legence (Nasdaq: LGN) is a leading provider of engineering, consulting, installation, and maintenance services for mission-critical systems in buildings. The company specializes in designing, fabricating, and installing complex HVAC, process piping, and other mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems—enhancing energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in new and existing facilities. Legence also delivers long-term performance through strategic upgrades and holistic solutions. Serving some of the world’s most technically demanding sectors, Legence counts over 60% of the Nasdaq-100 Index among its clients.

Benefits Overview

• 401(k) Plan with Company Match: Currently match contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 4% of eligible pay; immediate vesting.
• Health & Welfare Benefits: Employer provided medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, Employee Assistance Program and accident & illness coverage.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Employer provided basic life insurance and AD&DD valued at 50K coverage amount with the option for voluntary buy up for additional coverage.
• Time Off: Flexible non-accrual vacation (separate from CA sick leave); company holidays per policy.
• Expenses: Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy.

Reasonable Accommodations

If you need assistance or accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail] or your dedicated recruiter with the job title and requisition number.

Employment Eligibility

Candidates must have current work authorization in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Pay Disclosure & Considerations

Where pay ranges are indicated, please note that a successful candidate’s exact pay will be determined based relevant job -related factors, including any of the following: candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as geographic and market considerations. We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive compensation for all employees and comply with all applicable salary transparency laws.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Legence and its affiliate companies are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital or familial status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, other non-merit-based factors, and any other characteristic protected under applicable local, state or federal laws and regulations.
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