Project Engineer - Commercial Construction & Coordination

LHH; Matthews (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH is seeking a Project Engineer to support commercial plumbing projects from startup through completion in Matthews, NC. You will manage documentation, track costs, review blueprints, and coordinate with field teams, vendors, and clients to keep projects moving forward.

The role emphasizes organization, attention to detail, safety, and clear communication, with regular site inspections, permitting coordination, and budget monitoring to ensure successful project delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial construction or plumbing projects.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, specifications.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to manage competing priorities.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage project documentation (submittals, RFIs, change orders, contracts).
• Track drawings, materials, equipment, deliveries, and site needs.
• Review blueprints, specs, and scopes of work.
• Monitor costs against estimates and budgets.
• Assist with schedules, forecasting, and job budgets.
• Coordinate inspections, permits, and commissioning activities.
• Attend jobsite meetings and conduct regular inspections.
• Support QA, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Serve as liaison between leadership, customers, vendors, inspectors, and field teams.
• Ensure staffing, materials, and documentation for completion.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Project coordination

Communication skills

Cost tracking

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

CAD software

Job description

LHH is seeking a Project Engineer to support commercial plumbing projects from startup through completion in Matthews, NC. You will manage documentation, track costs, review blueprints, and coordinate with field teams, vendors, and clients to keep projects moving forward.

The role emphasizes organization, attention to detail, safety, and clear communication, with regular site inspections, permitting coordination, and budget monitoring to ensure successful project delivery.