Project Engineer I: Budgets, Field Coordination & Growth

Pepper Construction Group LLC; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Pepper Construction is seeking a Project Engineer I to support project management and field supervision on private-sector construction. You will help with budgets, value engineering, bid processes, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, cost control, and project closeout while upholding safety and quality standards.

Collaborate with team members across departments, develop positive relationships, and contribute to on-time, on-budget project delivery. Internship experience is valued.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Construction, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Co-Op or internship experience in construction preferred.
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Estimate, value engineer and develop project budgets
• Facilitate subcontractor bid process to include processing, distribution and tracking of all project bidding documentation
• Utilize software programs and templates to process, distribute and track all project documentation
• Negotiate subcontractor and material buyout; develop and negotiate subcontracts.
• Plan and schedule projects
• Manage jobs in progress including subcontractor coordination, conflict resolution, documentation and ensuring quality and safety on every job
• Manage project costs through the ongoing evaluation of labor, material and equipment; continue to forecast and analyze construction costs, exposures and profits through project completion
• Perform project closeout

Skills

B.S. in Construction

Co-Op / Internship

Strong communication

Team player

Detail oriented

Relationship building

Education

B.S. in Construction, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Pepper Construction is seeking a Project Engineer I to support project management and field supervision on private-sector construction. You will help with budgets, value engineering, bid processes, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, cost control, and project closeout while upholding safety and quality standards.

Collaborate with team members across departments, develop positive relationships, and contribute to on-time, on-budget project delivery. Internship experience is valued.