Project Engineer (Mid-Level | Path to Project Manager)

Meridian Commercial Construction, LLC; Fargo, Northern (ND, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Company-provided equipment

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Meridian Commercial Construction, LLC in Fargo, ND is seeking a motivated Project Engineer to support Project Managers and Field Superintendents on commercial construction projects. The role blends project coordination, submittal review, cost tracking, and field support to expose you to the full project lifecycle.

This position offers a clear career path into a Project Manager role, with hands-on experience in estimating, scheduling, and cost control, plus opportunities to grow within a

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of construction or project coordination experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications required.
• Construction Management, Engineering, or related degree preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience with submittals and construction documentation preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Experience with Sage or similar construction software is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work in both office and field environments.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers with daily project coordination and administration.
• Review and track submittals and shop drawings for completeness and compliance.
• Prepare, process, and track change orders (including entry into Sage).
• Manage project documentation, contracts, subcontracts, and permit tracking.
• Maintain organized electronic and hard copy project files.
• Keep project logs, schedules, and reporting tools updated.
• Coordinate utility applications (gas and electric).
• Assist with back charge documentation and invoicing.
• Assemble Operations & Maintenance (O&M) manuals.
• Visit job sites to support Superintendents and monitor progress.
• Assist with punch lists and final walkthroughs.
• Track and support project closeout activities, including turnover items.
• Code and track vendor invoices to job cost.
• Assist with job cost tracking, budgeting, and monthly updates.
• Support Project Managers with cost reviews and reporting.
• Assist with bid packages and estimating support.
• Coordinate bid bonds and required documentation.
• Attend bid openings and record results.

Skills

Project coordination

Read construction drawings

Microsoft Office

Education

Construction Management or Engineering degree

Tools

Sage

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a motivated Project Engineer to support Project Managers and Field Superintendents in the execution of commercial construction projects. This role is ideal for someone with construction experience who is ready to take the next step in their career and grow into a Project Manager position.

This position combines project coordination, submittal review, cost tracking, and field support, providing full exposure to the construction project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Project Coordination & Management Support

• Support Project Managers with daily project coordination and administration
• Review and track submittals and shop drawings for completeness and general
  compliance
• Prepare, process, and track change orders (including entry into Sage)
• Manage project documentation, contracts, subcontracts, and permit tracking
• Maintain organized electronic and hard copy project files
• Keep project logs, schedules, and reporting tools updated
• Coordinate utility applications (gas and electric)
• Assist with back charge documentation and invoicing
• Assemble Operations & Maintenance (O&M) manuals

Field Support & Project Closeout

• Visit job sites to support Superintendents and monitor progress
• Assist with punch lists and final walkthroughs
• Track and support project closeout activities, including turnover items (keys, remotes,
  documentation)
• Code and track vendor invoices to job cost
• Assist with job cost tracking, budgeting, and monthly updates
• Support Project Managers with cost reviews and reporting
• Assist with bid packages and estimating support
• Coordinate bid bonds and required documentation
• Attend bid openings and record results

Warranty, Equipment & Compliance

• Assist with warranty tracking following project completion
• Track equipment usage and coordinate maintenance needs
• Support safety documentation, reporting, and compliance tracking

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of construction or project coordination experience preferred
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications required
• Construction Management, Engineering, or related degree preferred
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Experience with submittals and construction documentation preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Experience with Sage or similar construction software is a plus
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to work in both office and field environments
• Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record

This position is designed as a clear career path into a Project Manager role, offering hands-on experience in estimating, scheduling, cost control, submittals, and field coordination.

• Salary: $60,000 – $70,000 DOE annual base salary, paid bi-weekly via direct deposit
• Vacation: Two weeks of paid vacation annually, accrued over time
• Holidays: Paid holidays per company policy
• Equipment: Company-provided cell phone, laptop, and printer

Health & Insurance

• Individual health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
• Company pays 100% of employee premium
• Individual Vision Insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
• Company pays 100% of employee premium for Vision Insurance
• Aflac available; company pays 50% of basic accident plan for single employee

Retirement

• 401(k) plan with company match:
  • o 100% match on first 3% contributed
  • o 50% match on next 2% contributed
• Eligible after one year of employment

We are committed to our team, our customers, and our local vendors.