Project Engineer

Michael Page; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) match

Health/dental/vision insurance

2 weeks PTO

Job summary

Michael Page is partnering with a well-established, fast-growing General Contractor in the Denver area to recruit a Project Engineer for end-to-end project delivery on ground-up multifamily and commercial developments.

You will join a lean, high-performing team, coordinating with field crews and subcontractors while ensuring tight control of budgets, schedules, and contract documentation. This position emphasizes ownership, speed, and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience with a General Contractor (required).
• Background in multifamily or commercial construction.
• Ability to thrive in lean, fast-paced environments.
• Strong ownership mindset with minimal oversight.
• Solid understanding of RFIs, submittals, cost controls, and schedule management.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with full project lifecycle execution from preconstruction through closeout.
• Supporting buyout and subcontract administration.
• Managing RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
• Tracking budgets, costs, and financial controls.
• Generating schedules and supporting contract documentation.
• Coordinating with project teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
• Attending and documenting meetings, ensuring effective communication throughout the project.

Skills

General contractor experience

Multifamily/construction experience

Ownership mindset

Budgeting/cost controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Job description

An established, fast-growing General Contractor with multiple large-scale projects in a major metropolitan area is seeking a driven Project Engineer to support full project lifecycle delivery. This is an opportunity to join a lean, high-performing team known for ownership, speed, and long-term career development.

About the Client

Our client is a well-established, growth-oriented General Contractor with a strong reputation for delivering large-scale multifamily and commercial projects across a major metropolitan market. They operate with lean, high-performing teams, emphasizing accountability, speed, and long-term career development. Known for their consistent project pipeline and strong industry relationships, they offer a dynamic environment suited for construction professionals who thrive under pressure and take true ownership of their work.

Key Responsibilities

As a Project Engineer, you will support the Project Manager in delivering complex, ground-up projects while maintaining strong coordination with field teams and subcontractors.

• Assisting with full project lifecycle execution from preconstruction through closeout
• Supporting buyout and subcontract administration
• Managing RFIs, submittals, and change orders
• Tracking budgets, costs, and financial controls
• Generating schedules and supporting contract documentation
• Coordinating with project teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders
• Attending and documenting meetings, ensuring effective communication throughout the project

Profile

For the Project Engineer role we are seeking:

• 1+ years of experience with a General Contractor (required)
• Background in multifamily or commercial construction
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
• Ability to thrive in lean, fast-pace environments
• Strong ownership mindset and minimal need for oversight
• Solid understanding of RFIs, submittals, cost controls, and schedule management
• Consistent stability and growth in previous roles

Job Offer

• $70,000 - $94,000 base salary + bonus potential
• Opportunity to work on significant ground-up multifamily projects
• Long-term growth within a high-performing, reputable contractor
• Exposure to complex projects and career development in a fast-paced environment
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401(K) match, health/dental/vision insurance, 2 weeks PTO

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