Project Engineer

Schimenti Construction Company; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan / Retirement savings

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Schimenti Construction Company is seeking a Project Engineer in Rye Brook, NY. You will work with the Project Management team to support the full lifecycle of construction projects, applying solid construction knowledge and providing coordination and administrative support.

The role involves Procore-based project setup, submittal and RFIs, report generation, and closeout activities. A Bachelor's degree in CM or CE is required, with GC experience considered a plus.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience working for a General Contractor is a plus.
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time well on tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of professionalism and strong presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Project start-up: update new projects in Procore, distribute drawings, assist with insurance and permits, and send superintendent toolkits.
• Schedule calls and meetings to ensure consistent communication across the project team.
• Assist with buyout process and manage submittals via Procore.
• Create and distribute weekly reports for the Project Manager.
• Process RFIs and distribute subcontract agreements, purchase orders, and change orders.
• Assist in closeout package preparation by collecting docs from subs, vendors, architects, clients, and team members.
• Occasional travel to project site as needed.

Skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Time management

Professionalism

Team player

Education

Bachelor degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Procore

Timberline/Sage

MS Office

Job description

At Schimenti Construction Company,our people are at the heart of everything we do. As Employee-Owners, we’ve built a team of dedicated, hard-working professionals who take pride in their work and in supporting one another. Whether it’s a flagship store or a complex commercial build, we’re focused on delivering exceptional results and best-in-class service for our clients. We’re proud to work with some of the world’s most prestigious brands, and in 2025, we were honored to be named East Coast Contractor of the Year by ENR. None of it happens without the team. That’s why we Build Different.

We are currently seeking a Project Engineer for our Rye Brook, NY office in Westchester County .This position works closely with the Project Management team and provides support for the entire life-cycle of a construction project. Project Engineers must demonstrate a solid knowledge in construction practices and provides coordination and administrative support to their assigned project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Project start-up: complete new project updates in Procore system, distribute initial drawings and plans to all required team members, assist Project Manager with insurance and permits as needed, send Superintendent Field team toolkits
• Schedule calls and meetings with internal and external project team members to ensure consistent communication flow throughout the duration of a project
• Assists with buyout process
• Review, process, and distribute submittals via Procore
• Create and distribute weekly reports as requested by Project Manager
• Process and maintain RFIs in Procore or similar system
• Prepare, process, and distribute subcontract agreements, purchase orders, and change orders
• Assist in preparation of closeout package process: collect documentation from subcontractors, vendors, architects, clients, and members of the internal project team
• Other job responsibilities as assigned
• Occasional travel to project site as needed

Qualifications:

• Must haveeither a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or equivalent professional experience
• Experience working for a General Contractor is a plus
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage their time well on tight deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of professionalism
• Strong presentation skills
• Team-player and ability to build relationships well across the organization and team

Technical Skills:

• Must havesolid MS Office skills: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• MS Project, Procore, and Timberline/Sage experience isa plus

In compliance with state law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles that will be performed in New York. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Schimenti’s total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $65,000 – $75,000 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and specific performance awards. In addition, Schimenti provides a variety of comprehensive benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, and paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).