Project Engineer

U.S. Engineering; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 64,960 - 91,756; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Year-end bonus

Health/dental/vision insurance

Retirement matching

Job summary

U.S. Engineering Construction is seeking a skilled professional to assist the Project Manager with on-site construction activities, planning and coordinating tasks to meet project objectives within time and funding constraints.

The role emphasizes collaboration, documentation, and proactive problem-solving. The ideal candidate has a mechanical engineering or construction-related degree and 3–5 years’ experience in HVAC, piping, and plumbing, with strong communication and scheduling skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree preferred in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Science, or Architectural Engineering.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years’ technical or administrative experience in HVAC, piping, and plumbing at a commercial, industrial, or institutional level.
• Knowledge of construction engineering technology, processes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Draft RFIs (Request for Information) and Proposal Letters.
• Review submittals and specifications.
• Assist in documentation and budget control.
• Take project meeting minutes and document substitution requests.
• Assist Project Manager in the development and nurturing of client relationships.
• Estimating change orders.
• Develop and help monitor the project schedule.
• Maintain procurement, proposal and correspondence logs.
• Facilitate quality control measures.
• Select products.
• Perform manpower loading charts.
• Prepare and maintain productivity reports.
• Direct entry and extension of change orders to subcontractors.
• Develop O & M manuals.
• Perform cost coding.
• Materials recaps and material purchases.
• Assist in safety programs and commissioning.
• Perform or assist in value engineering.
• Project Forecasting.

Skills

Team orientation

Effective communication

Relationship building

Self-motivation

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Do you believe no challenge is too complex to solve? You’ll fit right in at U.S. Engineering Construction. We deliver award-winning mechanical contracting, construction, service, and maintenance solutions with a focus on performance and innovation. Our team of skilled and collaborative professionals drives every project from preconstruction through final testing, always aligned with our clients’ goals.

Assists Project Manager with a variety of project related functions, including planning and coordinating onsite construction activities for designated projects, to ensure that project objectives are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters.

Principal Duties and Accountabilities

• Draft RFIs (Request for Information) and Proposal Letters.
• Review submittals and specifications.
• Assist in documentation and budget control.
• Take project meeting minutes and document substitution requests.
• Assist Project Manager in the development and nurturing of client relationships.
• Estimating change orders.
• Develop and help monitor the project schedule.
• Maintain procurement, proposal and correspondence logs.
• Facilitate quality control measures.
• Select products.
• Perform man power loading charts.
• Prepare and maintain productivity reports.
• Direct entry and extension of change orders to subcontractors.
• Develop O & M manuals.
• Perform cost coding.
• Materials recaps and material purchases.
• Assist in safety programs and commissioning.
• Perform or assist in value engineering.
• Project Forecasting.

Job Scope

Scope of work may vary, from working on one large project to several smaller size projects.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Science, or Architectural Engineering preferred.
• Equivalent technical training and related experience will be considered.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years’ technical or administrative experience in HVAC, piping, and plumbing at a commercial, industrial, or institutional level.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Knowledge of construction engineering technology, processes and standards.
• Team orientation and collaborative spirit.
• Self‑motivation; ability to drive results.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to develop and foster strong professional relationships.
• Basic level of business acumen.
• Ability to proactively identify potential problems and their solutions.

Physical and/or travel demands

• Routine driving to project sites required. Work will be done in a combination of office and job site environments.
• Travel to, temporary assignment, or relocation may be required based on project needs and locations.
• Physical demands include walking on uneven surfaces, climbing ladders, bending, kneeling, and lifting. Position includes sitting and standing, use of telephone, keyboard, and computer monitor.

Benefits and Compensation

• The range for this position has been established at $64,960.00 - $91,756.00 per year and is US Engineering’s good faith and reasonable estimate at the time of the posting. The compensation offered to the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training.
• Your total compensation will go beyond the number on your paycheck. Team members are eligible for a year-end bonus based on company and/or individual performance as well as paid time off. An industry-leading benefits package including health, dental, and vision plans, matching retirement contributions, and matching 529 contributions all add to your bottom line.

U.S. Engineering Construction is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and shall provide equal employment opportunities to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations, without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

U.S. Engineering is compliant with the Drug Free Workplace Act, and all offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.