Project Engineer

Jacobs; Guaynabo (PR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days

Paid holidays

401(k) plan

Stock purchase option

Job summary

Jacobs in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico seeks a motivated Project Engineer to join the Program Management team. You will support construction management, contract administration, and project controls, helping ensure successful delivery of infrastructure projects with close collaboration among stakeholders.

Ideal candidates hold a B.S. in engineering, 2+ years of related experience, and bilingual English/Spanish proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years supporting engineering, construction, or project management activities.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project documentation management tools.

Responsibilities

• Support the Construction Manager with day to day construction management and contract administration activities.
• Assist in monitoring project scope, schedule, budget, and overall project performance.
• Prepare and maintain weekly, monthly, and annual construction progress reports.
• Review contractor payment applications and monthly certifications for completeness and accuracy.
• Support project documentation and electronic filing efforts to ensure compliance with project and organizational requirements.
• Assist in the preparation and processing of change orders, contract modifications, and related documentation.
• Support project controls activities, including work breakdown structures, cost tracking, earned value reporting, and project status reporting.
• Maintain and update project logs, including RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, allowances, and change orders.
• Coordinate with project team members, contractors, consultants, and client representatives to support project delivery.
• Participate in project meetings and assist with documenting actions, decisions, and follow up items.
• Promote and support Jacobs's commitment to safety, quality, ethics, and continuous improvement programs.
• Perform engineering assignments and analyses under the guidance of senior project and construction management staff.

Skills

Bilingual EN/ES

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical/Construction Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project documentation tools

Job description

Your impact

We are seeking a motivated and detail oriented Project Engineer to join our Program Management team in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico. In this role, you will provide technical and administrative support for the delivery of infrastructure and construction projects, working closely with Construction Managers and project stakeholders to help ensure successful project execution.

As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to develop your project management and construction oversight skills while contributing to projects that make a lasting impact on the communities we serve.

What You\'ll Do

• Support the Construction Manager with day to day construction management and contract administration activities.
• Assist in monitoring project scope, schedule, budget, and overall project performance.
• Prepare and maintain weekly, monthly, and annual construction progress reports.
• Review contractor payment applications and monthly certifications for completeness and accuracy.
• Support project documentation and electronic filing efforts to ensure compliance with project and organizational requirements.
• Assist in the preparation and processing of change orders, contract modifications, and related documentation.
• Support project controls activities, including work breakdown structures, cost tracking, earned value reporting, and project status reporting.
• Maintain and update project logs, including RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, allowances, and change orders.
• Coordinate with project team members, contractors, consultants, and client representatives to support project delivery.
• Participate in project meetings and assist with documenting actions, decisions, and follow up items.
• Promote and support Jacobs\' commitment to safety, quality, ethics, and continuous improvement programs.
• Perform engineering assignments and analyses under the guidance of senior project and construction management staff.

Here\'s what you\'ll need

• Bachelor\'s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Construction, or a related Engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience supporting engineering, construction, or project management activities.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish, both written and verbal.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project documentation management tools.

Ideally, you\'ll also have

• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification.
• Experience supporting infrastructure, transportation, water, or vertical construction projects.
• Knowledge of project controls, scheduling, cost management, and construction administration processes.
• Experience working in a consulting engineering or program management environment.

Jacobs\' Commitment to Collaboration

At Jacobs, we\'re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you\'ll support and engage with these teams as we continue building a company like no other.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Eligible employees and their dependents may elect medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan, and, if eligible, a deferred compensation plan and Executive Deferral Plan. Employees will also receive 17 days of vacation per year, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. Hired applicants will be able to purchase company stock and have the opportunity to receive a performance discretionary bonus.

The base salary range for this position is $45,000.00 to $65,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job posted on August 25, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

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