Project Engineer / Assistant Project Manager

ProWest Constructors; California (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with matching

Healthcare

Paid vacations and holidays

Performance bonus

Job summary

ProWest Constructors is looking for a motivated Project Engineer/Assistant Project Manager in California, Missouri to support the successful delivery of construction projects. The role involves coordinating with the Project Manager and field teams, managing project documentation, and ensuring timely, on-budget project delivery. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 1-3 years of construction experience. The position offers competitive compensation, benefits, and a path for career growth.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of construction experience in a project engineering or coordination role.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and shop drawings.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager and Superintendent in coordinating project activities.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, and procurement, ensuring timely processing.
• Maintain organized project documentation and logs in Procore.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Procore proficiency

Construction document familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Project

Excel

Job description

We are seeking a motivated Project Engineer/Assistant Project Manager to support the successful delivery of construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. This role works closely with the Project Manager, Superintendent, and field teams to coordinate technical and administrative aspects of the project.

The Project Engineer/Assistant Project Manager plays a key role in managing documentation, facilitating communication, and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with plans, specifications, and quality standards.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager and Superintendent in coordinating project activities and trade partners
• Participate in project meetings, track action items, and ensure follow-through
• Manage RFIs, submittals, procurement, and shop drawings, ensuring timely and accurate processing
• Maintain organized project documentation, logs, and records in Procore or similar systems
• Assist with project scheduling, tracking progress, and identifying potential delays
• Support change order management, cost tracking, and budget alignment
• Review drawings and specifications to identify conflicts or missing information
• Coordinate inspections, permits, and compliance documentation
• Assist field teams in maintaining quality standards and resolving issues
• Promote and support jobsite requirements and safety initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (preferred)
• 1–3 years of construction experience in a project engineering or coordination role
• Familiarity with construction documents, RFIs, submittals, and project workflows
• Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, Excel, or similar tools
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and shop drawings
• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills
• Collaborative, solutions‑oriented mindset
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites

Why Join Us

• Hands‑on experience on complex construction projects
• Direct mentorship from experienced Project Managers and Superintendents
• Clear path for career growth and advancement
• Collaborative team environment with strong leadership support
• Competitive compensation and benefits

What We Offer

• 401K with matching
• Healthcare
• Paid vacations and holidays
• Performance bonus

About Us

We are a General Contractor with over 30 years of experience delivering complex public and institutional projects across K–12, higher education, healthcare, and civic markets. Much of our work occurs in active, occupied environments where planning, coordination, and accountability are critical.

We deliver projects across all major delivery methods, including CM Multi‑Prime (CMMP), Lease‑Leaseback (LLB), Design‑Bid‑Build, and Design‑Build. We tailor our approach to meet the needs of each client and project. Our focus on disciplined preconstruction, clear scope definition, and proactive coordination drives cost certainty, schedule reliability, and high‑quality outcomes.

Our teams take ownership of the work. We solve problems early, coordinate across all trades, and follow through to completion, earning repeat clients and long‑term relationships built on trust and performance.