Project Engineer

Texbuilt; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Texbuilt is seeking an entry-level Project Engineer for our Dallas, TX office. This role is designed to grow into a Project Manager, Superintendent, or Preconstruction Manager.

You will assist in bid scope, coordination with subs, contract logistics, and schedule updates while supporting site evaluations and field activities. Local candidates are strongly preferred for this Dallas-based opportunity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related area preferred.
• Experience in commercial construction is preferred, but not required.
• Well organized and able to accomplish a variety of tasks in an efficient and timely manner.
• Must be goal oriented.
• Ability to identify, investigate and quantify onsite issues, with corresponding resolutions and consequences.
• Strong leadership potential with desire to learn and grow.
• Willingness and ability to relocate with assigned jobs.
• Night and weekend work may be required.
• Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, and stand for extended periods.
• Computer knowledge and efficiency, with the ability to learn specific web-based and software applications: SharePoint, Procore, Bluebeam, Phoenix Scheduling Software

Responsibilities

• Assist in bid solicitation, takeoffs and bid scope review.
• Conduct subcontractor reference checks.
• Expedite contract execution and receive insurance certifications.
• Prepare submittal logs and material delivery logs for the field.
• Lead effective meetings and develop project schedules.
• Prepare and present monthly Project Status Reports (PSR).
• Read and interpret project specifications for field execution.
• Review submittals & shop drawings with Superintendents.
• Support weekly project schedule updates and coordination meetings.
• Maintain RFI logs and coordinate with trades.

Skills

Organized

Goal oriented

Leadership potential

Relocation willingness

Night/weekend work

Lifting 70 lbs

Education

Bachelors in Construction Management

Bachelors in Civil Engineering

Tools

SharePoint

Procore

Bluebeam

Phoenix Scheduling Software

Job description

Help build what's next for Texas. TEXBUILT combines decades of commercial construction expertise with the speed and responsiveness of a growing Texas-focused contractor. If you're looking for the opportunity to make an impact, grow your career, and help deliver projects that shape communities across the state, we'd love to build with you.

Position Summary

We are looking for a Project Engineer in our Dallas, TX office. Please note, this is not a Professional Engineer position. This is an entry-level position designed to grow into a Project Manager, Superintendent, or Preconstruction Manager. Local candidates to DFW strongly preferred.

A Project Engineer plays an essential role in the success of all stages of a project. This includes assisting the project team through the decision, planning, and execution phases with the aim of defining and creating value for our clients.

What you will be doing in this role:

Office Assignment

• Assist in bid solicitation, takeoffs and bid scope review
• Conduct subcontractor reference checks
• Expedite Joint Check Agreements, Letters of Credit and Personal Guarantee
• Expedite contract execution and receive insurance certifications
• Schedule and participate in buyout meetings
• Assist in Site Evaluations & Due Diligence trips
• Price value generated ideas
• Execute Cost Management/Control by assisting in both Pay Application and Change Order processes
• Update the jobsite plans and Contract Exhibits
• “Start Strong | Finish Strong” through the project start up and close out process
• Prepare submittal logs and material delivery logs for the field
• Lead an effective OAC meeting
• Create, maintain, and update project schedules
• Prepare and present monthly Project Status Reports (PSR)

Field Assignment

• Read, understand, and execute requirements within project specifications
• Review and understand executed subcontract agreements
• Embrace our culture of quality by participating in Preconstruction meetings, as well as conducting 1st Work, In-Progress, and Close Up Inspections
• Review submittals & shop drawings with Superintendents
• Assist in weekly project schedule updates
• Participate in weekly Trade Partner Coordination meetings, and other meetings as needed
• Build strong relationships with trade partners by ensuring they have updated drawings, RFI responses, submittals, and schedules
• Understand and participate in the Client Experience (CX) process
• Identify and mitigate safety and SWPPP issues
• Expedite RFI’s and maintain the RFI log

What you will need for this role:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related area preferred
• Experience in commercial construction is preferred, but not required
• Well organized and able to accomplish a variety of tasks in an efficient and timely manner
• Must be goal oriented
• Ability to identify, investigate and quantify onsite issues, with corresponding resolutions and consequences
• Strong leadership potential with desire to learn and grow
• Willingness and ability to relocate with assigned jobs
• Night and weekend work may be required
• Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, and stand for extended periods
• Computer knowledge and efficiency, with the ability to learn specific web-based and software applications: SharePoint, Procore, Bluebeam, Phoenix Scheduling Software