Project Engineer

RockBridge Search; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

RockBridge Search in Salt Lake City, UT seeks a Project Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced construction environment and loves turning plans into reality. You’ll support project managers, review plans and specs, manage submittals, RFIs, change orders, procurement, and keep project records up to date while coordinating with subs and vendors.

A degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related field is preferred, with internship or project experience; this role offers growth toward

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering, or related field.
• Internships or project experience in construction preferred.
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings and specs.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers with day-to-day construction project management.
• Assist with submittals, RFIs, change orders, PO's, and project docs.
• Review plans, specs, contracts, and other project documents.
• Help track schedules, budgets, materials, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, vendors, and internal teams.
• Attend meetings and document action items and follow-ups.
• Assist with estimating, procurement, and project closeout activities.
• Communicate project updates to keep everyone aligned.

Skills

Organized

Detail-oriented

Strong communication

Reading construction drawings

Microsoft Office

Education

Construction Management

Civil Engineering

Engineering (general)

Tools

Construction software

Job description

Build Things. Solve Problems. Keep the Project Moving.

If you’re the kind of person who sees a construction plan and immediately starts looking for how all the pieces fit together, we should talk.

We’re looking for a Project Engineer who is organized, curious, sharp with details, and ready to get their hands dirty in the world of construction. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to learn from experienced construction professionals while taking on real responsibility and becoming a critical part of the project team.

You’ll help keep projects organized from the paperwork to the field, working alongside Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, vendors, and clients. In other words, you’ll be somewhere near the center of the action, where schedules change, questions pop up, and good communication can save the day.

What You’ll Be Doing

Support Project Managers with the day-to-day management of construction projects

Assist with submittals, RFIs, change orders, purchase orders, and project documentation

Review plans, specifications, contracts, and other project documents

Help track project schedules, budgets, materials, and deliverables

Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, vendors, and internal teams

Attend project meetings and help document action items and follow-ups

Assist with estimating, procurement, and project closeout activities

Communicate project updates and help keep everyone working from the same playbook

Visit jobsites as needed to understand progress, coordinate details, and see how plans become actual buildings

Identify potential issues before they become expensive headaches

Maintain accurate project records and keep documentation organized

Learn the business from experienced professionals who know construction inside and out

What Makes You a Great Fit?

You don't need to know everything on Day One. You do need to be willing to learn.

We’re looking for someone who is:

Organized enough to keep multiple moving pieces from becoming a circus

Detail-oriented without losing sight of the big picture

Comfortable communicating with people at different levels of an organization

Confident asking questions and willing to chase down answers

Able to read and understand construction drawings and project documents

Comfortable working with Microsoft Office and construction-related software

Good with deadlines, follow-up, and keeping commitments

Analytical, resourceful, and naturally curious

Able to prioritize when everything suddenly becomes “urgent”

Interested in building a long-term career in construction

A degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering, or a related field is preferred, along with construction experience, internships, or related project experience.

Why This Role Matters

A great Project Engineer isn't just pushing paperwork around. You're helping connect the office to the field, the schedule to the budget, and the plans to what actually happens onsite.

You’ll gain exposure to estimating, scheduling, contracts, procurement, project coordination, field operations, and client communication. For someone who wants to grow into a Project Manager , this can be the launchpad.

And if you already have some construction experience under your belt, even better. Bring your knowledge, your questions, and your willingness to jump into the action.

The Bottom Line

Salt Lake City, UT
$60,000-$80,000

If you’re ready to stop watching construction from the sidelines and start becoming part of the team that makes it happen, this could be your next move.

Bring the organization. Bring the curiosity. Bring the willingness to learn.