Project Engineer

Cement Recruiter; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Company paid disability insurance

Company paid life insurance

Employee assistance program

Referral bonuses

Job summary

A construction company is seeking a Project Engineer I in Tampa, Florida. This role involves providing administrative and technical services in scheduling and cost engineering. You will coordinate with subcontractors during the construction phase, ensuring quality and addressing project-related issues. The ideal candidate has a degree in engineering or construction management and 1-4 years of experience. Strong communication skills and a proactive attitude are essential for success in this collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of experience in engineering or construction management.
• Highly motivated with strong work ethics.
• Capable of adapting to a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of project plans and business cases.
• Monitor material deliveries to ensure compliance with the project schedule.
• Support the Project Manager and Superintendent in coordinating drawings.

Skills

Working knowledge of multiple engineering disciplines

Ability to read engineering drawings

Ability to read financial documents and budgets

MS Excel

MS Project

AutoCAD/SolidWorks

Strong work ethics

Critical thinking

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

MS Excel

MS Project

AutoCAD/SolidWorks

Job description

As a Project Engineer I you bring your commitment to excellence and unwavering work ethic. You will provide administrative and technical services in the fields of scheduling, cost engineering, subcontract coordination, and general project administration. Along with job site project managers and superintendents, you will have responsibilities in overall project oversight. The ideal candidate will communicate with respect, interact with integrity, be coachable and open to mentorship, and have fun while growing professionally (i.e. work hard/play hard). This is a tight-knit team that depends on each other’s passion and skills to obtain results that are above average. If you enjoy being challenged, are curious by nature, and are willing to be exposed to all components of building a state‑of‑the‑art import facility then this job might be a good fit.

RESPONSIBILITIES

This role will be heavily active in the field during the construction phase of a project, coordinating with subcontractors and crews, verifying quality of work, answering engineering questions and/or resolving issues that may pop up in real time.

• Assist in development of project plan as requested. Specifically, provide support to Project Manager(s) through helping to develop business cases by gathering requirements, building investment decision models, etc.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager(s) in purchasing activities including scoping and take‑offs.
• Prepare and forward submittals. Confirm submittal complies with plans/specs.
• Support the development and updating of the project schedule and subcontractor detail schedules.
• Monitor and expedite material deliveries ensuring all deliveries conform with the project schedule.
• Administer subcontracts as assigned.
• Assist the Project Manager and Superintendent in the coordination of drawings.
• Draft change orders. Solicit prices from subcontractors and suppliers. Perform scope take‑off and estimate costs.
• Aid in close out of project; includes assembling manuals and other warranties for turnover to owner and preparation final payment documents for subcontractors.
• Act as the point person for document management applications.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management or related degree or equivalent experience.

Must have 1-4 years of experience in the related field.

• Working knowledge of multiple engineering disciplines such as civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, piping, geotechnical, and surveying.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and prepare them when applicable.
• Ability to read and understand Project financial documents and budgets and prepare them when applicable.
• MS Excel, MS Project, and AutoCAD/SolidWorks experience preferred.
• Highly motivated, with a demonstrated drive for excellence and taking initiative
• Strong work ethics, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right, efficiently and safely.
• Capable of using critical thinking to adapt to change and work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with colleagues, suppliers and clients.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with a company match of up to 4%
• Medical, Dental, Vision and additional insurance for all employees
• Company paid short term and long-term disability insurance
• Company paid life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee referral bonuses available