Project Engineer

Overwatch Construction Management; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Retirement Plan (401k)

Paid Vacation

Professional Training & Development

Job summary

Overwatch Construction Management is seeking a Project Engineer to support on-site construction activities in Chattanooga, TN. The role starts 1/1/2027 and involves technical and administrative support to the construction manager on multiple projects.

Responsibilities include document control (RFIs, submittals, change orders, ASIs), file organization, and assisting with change order management and project closeout.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in construction management, owner's representative services, project engineering, or construction administration.
• Experience supporting large capital construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction practices, techniques, and materials.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site technical and administrative support to the construction manager.
• Responsible for project document control, i.e. RFIs, submittals, change orders, ASIs, etc.
• Organize and maintain project files.
• Assist CM with change order management and prepare change orders for processing.
• Manage the closeout and turn over process.
• Assist CM to prepare project files for audit at project completion.
• Site conditions verification and support as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Detail orientation

Organization

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

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

Tools

Procore

Primavera P6

Job description

Overwatch Construction Management is seeking a dedicated and highly motivated Project Engineer to join our team. As a leading project and construction management firm, Overwatch is committed to providing exceptional services and delivering high-quality projects for our clients. The Project Engineer will play a crucial role in supporting the successful execution of various construction projects, from inception to completion.

The Project Engineer start date is 1/1/2027. The applicant must be available to be on site in Chattanooga, TN.

Salary Range: $70,000-$80,000

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site technical and administrative support to the construction manager.
• Responsible for project document control, i.e. RFIs, submittals, change orders, ASIs, etc.
• Organize and maintain project files
• Assist CM with change order management. The PE shall be able to independently review change order requests for merit and fair pricing, and prepare change orders for processing.
• Manage the closeout and turn over process.
• Assist CM to prepare project files for audit at project completion.
• Site conditions verification and support as needed.

• 1+ year of experience in construction management, owner's representative services, project engineering, or construction administration
• Experience supporting large capital construction projects
• Strong knowledge of construction practices, techniques, and materials
• Proficient in construction management software, such as Procore or Primavera P6
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
• Ability to obtain project-required security credentials and background clearances.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Paid Vacation
• Professional Training & Development