Project Engineer

Cooper Steel; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with a 6% match

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits

Cellphone reimbursement

Office gym access

Company-paid life insurance

Company culture events

Job summary

Cooper Steel, headquartered in Nashville, is seeking a Project Engineer to help navigate projects while ensuring quality results. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree, coupled with 0-3 years of experience in construction or project management.

This role emphasizes coordination and execution, requiring strong interpersonal skills to maintain relationships under challenging circumstances. Employees enjoy a robust benefits package, including health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and an unbeatable company culture.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of experience in construction or project management.
• Confident when navigating difficult discussions.

Responsibilities

• Review project documents to understand scope and technical requirements.
• Manage RFIs and submittals throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with teams and subcontractors to support project execution.
• Support procurement, material release, and budgeting activities.

Skills

Detail-oriented self-starter

Strong sense of ownership

Composed under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineering

Job description

Cooper Steel doesn’t just build strong. We show up with grit, push boundaries, exceed expectations, and get the job done. Going all out takes precision, planning, and determination, and we’re looking for a process‑focused Project Engineer to join our team who’s ready to step up to this challenge with us.

Founded in 1960, Cooper Steel is a national leader in steel, helping to set and exceed the standard for fabrication, erection, project management, detailing, and estimating. Family owned and operated from day one, our mission, vision, and values continue to guide our principles as a business that treats its team and customers as if they are family, too.

Qualifications

• With 0‑3 years of experience in construction or project management and a bachelor’s degree, preferably in construction management or engineering
• Resilient, confident, and composed when navigating difficult discussions, maintaining strong working relationships under pressure
• Detail‑oriented self‑starter with a strong sense of ownership, accountability, timeliness, and commitment to delivering high‑quality results

Responsibilities

• Review project documents to understand scope, sequencing, technical requirements, and identify constructability issues or conflicts
• Manage RFIs and submittals throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring timely coordination, tracking, and resolution
• Coordinate with internal teams, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel to support project execution
• Support procurement, material release, delivery planning, scheduling, budgeting, and cost management activities

Benefits

• 401(k) with a 6% match
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, with company‑provided optional wellness discount for medical benefits
• 9 company‑paid holidays
• Cellphone reimbursements and office gym access
• Company‑paid and voluntary life insurance
• Company‑paid long‑term disability and voluntary short‑term disability insurance
• Based in our beautiful Nashville office on the iconic Music Row, with occasional travel and events
• An unbeatable company culture and work environment!

Cooper Steel is an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or any other factors. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.