Project Engineer

Century Construction Group, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Century Construction Group, Inc. in Nashville is seeking a Project Engineer to support commercial construction projects in the Greater Nashville area.

You will assist Project Managers and Superintendents with documentation, scheduling, cost tracking, subcontractor coordination, and field operations to help projects progress smoothly. This role offers hands-on experience across all phases of construction, with opportunities to advance within project management while developing expertise in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Building Construction, Engineering Technology, or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in construction, project coordination, project engineering, or project management.
• Knowledge of commercial construction methods, materials, and processes.
• Experience with Procore, Primavera P6, Bluebeam, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager and Superintendent in planning, coordinating, and managing commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Support project scheduling efforts to ensure on-time and within-budget project delivery.
• Manage RFI process, submittals, shop drawings, and project documentation.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, architects, engineers, and owners to enable project success.
• Assist with project cost tracking, budgeting, forecasting, and monthly reporting.
• Process owner billings, change orders, purchase orders, and other project-related accounting activities.
• Conduct site visits and assist with on-site management to monitor progress and quality.
• Maintain accurate project records and ensure documentation is current and complete.
• Assist with project closeout activities, including warranties and as-built drawings.
• Communicate project progress, risks, and issues to the Project Manager and team.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies, construction standards, and regulations.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Communication

Reading drawings

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Procore

Primavera P6

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Engineer to support our commercial construction projects in the Greater Nashville area. The ideal candidate will assist Project Managers and Superintendents with project documentation, scheduling, cost tracking, subcontractor coordination, and field operations. This position provides an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to advance their career in construction project management while gaining hands‑on experience with all phases of the construction process.

As a part of our selection process, we ask all candidates to complete a short 10-12 minute survey from Culture Index, which you can find here:

Culture Index Survey

The purpose of this exercise is to identify your unique strengths as they relate to our open positions.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager and Superintendent in planning, coordinating, and managing commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Support project scheduling efforts to help ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Manage the Request for Information (RFI) process, submittals, shop drawings, and project documentation.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, architects, engineers, and owners to facilitate project success.
• Assist with project cost tracking, budgeting, forecasting, and monthly reporting.
• Process owner billings, change orders, purchase orders, and other project-related accounting activities.
• Conduct site visits and assist with on‑site management to monitor project progress and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate project records and ensure project documentation is current and complete.
• Assist with project closeout activities, including warranties, as‑built drawings, and final documentation.
• Communicate project progress, risks, and issues to the Project Manager and project team.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, construction standards, and applicable regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Building Construction, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in construction, project coordination, project engineering, or project management.
• Knowledge of commercial construction methods, materials, and processes.
• Experience with project management software such as Procore, Primavera P6, Bluebeam, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on commercial, industrial, healthcare, educational, or government construction projects.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, or similar construction software.
• Understanding of project scheduling and cost control principles.
• Internship or prior field experience in commercial construction.