Project Engineer

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. in Dallas seeks a Project Engineer to coordinate among McCarthy staff, owners, subcontractors, architects and engineers, building essential managerial and communication skills.

The role supports general contract administration, scheduling, procurement, and field coordination while upholding safety, quality and cost reporting standards. A construction-related degree with internship is ideal for growth with a leading builder.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or related engineering field.
• Construction internship or related construction work experience preferred.
• General knowledge of construction principles/practices required.
• Ability to move or travel throughout the Southern region as needed.
• Strong work ethic and desire to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• General Contract and Subcontract administration
• Monitor/document jobsite safety and accident prevention
• Construction scheduling
• Procurement and expediting of material and equipment
• Mechanical, electrical and piping systems coordination
• Shop drawing/submittal review and coordination
• Project cost review, reporting, updating and accounting
• Review of subcontractor applications for payment
• Participation in/documentation of project coordination meetings
• Supervision/coordination of subcontractors’ field installations
• Review/negotiate change proposal pricing from subcontractors and prepare change proposal pricing for self-performed work
• Change order documentation and associated cost reporting and maintenance
• Research and suggest options on construction means, methods and equipment
• Maintenance of As-Built plans
• Quality control and project closeout
• Implement all applicable safety and EEO/Affirmative Action programs on project

Skills

Strong work ethic

Team environment

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Position Summary

The Project Engineer’s position establishes the fundamental principles for an individual’s growth and success within McCarthy. On a daily basis you will be responsible for the coordination between McCarthy employees, owners, subcontractors, architects and engineers. This position is the initial step in developing managerial and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• General Contract and Subcontract administration
• Monitor/document jobsite safety and accident prevention
• Construction scheduling
• Procurement and expediting of material and equipment
• Mechanical, electrical and piping systems coordination
• Shop drawing/submittal review and coordination
• Project cost review, reporting, updating and accounting
• Review of subcontractor applications for payment
• Participation in/documentation of project coordination meetings
• Supervision/coordination of subcontractors’ field installations
• Review/negotiate change proposal pricing from subcontractors and prepare change proposal pricing for self-performed work
• Change order documentation and associated cost reporting and maintenance
• Research and suggest options on construction means, methods and equipment
• Maintenance of As-Built plans
• Quality control and project closeout
• Implement all applicable safety and EEO/Affirmative Action programs on project

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related engineering degree required
• Construction internship or other related construction work experience preferred
• General knowledge of construction principles/practices required
• Ability to move or travel throughout the Southern region as needed
• Strong work ethic and desire to work in a team environment

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.