Project Engineer

BFL Construction Co., Inc.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401k contributions

Health and dental benefits

Paid time off

Training and development opportunities

Employee engagement surveys

Job summary

BFL Construction Co., Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer to oversee project administration and contribute to technical and contractual leadership on construction projects in Tucson, AZ.

The role emphasizes supporting Project Managers, reading construction plans, coordinating RFIs and submittals, and ensuring accurate documentation and financial records throughout project lifecycles.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers during all phases of construction.
• Assist with day-to-day project administration, coordination, and communication.
• Manage and maintain all project documentation, including but not limited to: RFI, Submittals, plans, logs, subcontracts, insurance documentation
• Prepare, organize, distribute, and archive project materials.
• Attend site meetings and routine site visits; document and distribute meeting minutes and action items.
• Coordinate project close-out documentation, including warranties, manuals, and deficiencies.
• Process subcontracts and purchase orders with an understanding of scope, risk, and contractual alignment.
• Coordinate with accounting and finance teams to ensure accurate and timely project financial records.
• A clear solid understanding of Construction Plans (know how to read the plans).
• Generate and coordinate RFIs and submittals from receipt through final resolution.
• Ensure RFIs and submittals are technically accurate, complete, and resolved in a timely manner.
• Should be able to request from subcontractors the a RFI and/or Change Orders
• Analyze change requests and change orders for: Cost impact, Schedule impact, Contractual implications
• Advise Project Management on change order strategy, mitigation, and execution.

Job description

Founded in 1973, BFL Construction has a diverse portfolio of projects within the Institutional, Non‑Profit, Commercial, Education, Health & Biomedical, Industrial, and Multi‑Family space and is part of the Revird portfolio of companies. As a specialist in construction management, we provide complete oversight of each project from preconstruction to close‑out and ongoing services throughout the warranty period. Urban Metro Builders Inc. (Company) is a division of BFL Construction and specializes in multi‑family and single‑family residential projects.

What we Offer

• competitive salary
• 401k contributions
• health and dental benefits
• paid time off
• formal and informal training/development opportunities
• Impact committee that focuses on mental health, community involvement and environmental footprint
• annual employee engagement surveys and continuous strengthening of employee experience

Position Summary:

The Project Engineer is responsible for executing all Project Administrative Coordinator responsibilities while also assuming greater technical, contractual, can create schedules, and contributes to the financial execution for construction projects. This role owns analytical decision‑making, interprets contract requirements, manages schedule performance, and advises management on project risk, recovery strategies, and outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Administration & Coordination

• Support Project Managers during all phases of construction.
• Assist with day‑to‑day‑ project administration, coordination, and communication.
• Manage and maintain all project documentation, including but not limited to: RFI, Submittals, plans, logs, subcontracts, insurance documentation
• Prepare, organize, distribute, and archive project materials.
• Attend site meetings and routine site visits; document and distribute meeting minutes and action items.
• Coordinate project close‑out documentation, including warranties, manuals, and deficiencies.
• Process subcontracts and purchase orders with an understanding of scope, risk, and contractual alignment.
• Coordinate with accounting and finance teams to ensure accurate and timely project financial records.
• A clear solid understanding of Construction Plans (know how to read the plans).
• Generate and coordinate RFIs and submittals from receipt through final resolution.
• Ensure RFIs and submittals are technically accurate, complete, and resolved in a timely manner.
• Should be able to request from subcontractors the a RFI and/or Change Orders
• Analyze change requests and change orders for: Cost impact, Schedule impact, Contractual implications
• Advise Project Management on change order strategy, mitigation, and execution.

Schedule Development & Control

The Project Engineer maintains regular jobsite presence to ensure alignment between field execution, project controls, and team coordination.

• Work with Superintendents to develop and understand project schedules at project onset.
• Monitor schedule adherence throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify schedule risks and contribute to recovery strategies when performance is in jeopardy.

Contractual & Technical Leadership

• Understand and interpret prime contracts and subcontract requirements.
• Communicate contractual obligations and expectations to the project team.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with owners, consultants, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Provide insights to management that impact: Profitability, schedule performance, customer expectations

Professional Conduct & Values

• Project Engineers remain accountable for accuracy, quality, and outcomes as they guide and develop team members.
• Track and log project information systematically, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
• Live and model behaviors aligned with BFL Construction’s Values.
• Job duties may vary depending on project requirements and assignments

With a career at BFL Construction, you will participate in a growing portfolio of diverse and exciting projects. Each day with BFL brings another opportunity to develop and broaden your skills and experience. For further information, visit https://bflconstruction.com/. BFL Construction Group strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply to our welcoming and included.