Project Engineer (Remote Contract)

Actalent; United States; Remote; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% remote

Short-term contract

Federal project exposure

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an experienced Project Engineer / Federal Submittal Coordinator for a fully remote, short-term contract (1–3 months) on a federal construction program. You will drive submittals from partial completion to government-ready submissions, coordinate with subcontractors, and maintain organized, compliant project documentation.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of GC-side project engineering or coordination, strong submittal, specs and drawing-reading skills, and a proactive,

Qualifications

• 3+ years in project/coordination roles on federal construction projects.
• Experience on GC side and handling submittals.
• Ability to read drawings and specs; strong documentation.
• Proactive, organized with ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the full submittal process for an active federal construction project.
• Review plans, specifications, and contract requirements to identify required submittals and supporting documentation.
• Develop and maintain submittal logs, tracking systems, and document control processes.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to obtain complete and accurate submittal packages.
• Review shop drawings, product data, certifications, material documentation, and supporting information for compliance and completeness.
• Identify missing information, deficiencies, and documentation gaps prior to submission.
• Coordinate revisions and resubmittals resulting from government review comments.
• Proactively follow up with subcontractors and vendors through phone calls and direct communication to drive action and maintain schedules.
• Work closely with project management, field teams, and quality control personnel to prioritize critical-path submittals.
• Maintain organized project documentation and ensure compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Project Engineer experience

Federal construction experience

Submittal coordination

Document control

Reading drawings/specs

Vendor coordination

MS Office

Communication

Proactive

Tools

Construction management software

Job description

Project Engineer / Federal Submittal Coordinator (Remote Contract)

Location: 100% Remote

Contract Length: Short-term Contract (1-3 Months)

*Federal Construction Experience Required

We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer / Federal Submittal Coordinator to support an active federal construction project. This is a fully remote, short-term contract opportunity (approximately 1-3 months) for someone who can make an immediate impact and help drive submittals from partial completion to fully compliant, government-ready submissions.

Candidates must have prior experience working on federal construction projects for a General Contractor. The ideal candidate understands the extensive documentation, compliance, and review requirements associated with federal projects and has hands‑on experience managing submittals, coordinating with subcontractors, and ensuring complete and accurate project documentation.

This role is best suited for someone who takes ownership, is highly organized, and proactively follows up to keep projects moving forward and avoid costly delays.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the full submittal process for an active federal construction project.
• Review plans, specifications, and contract requirements to identify required submittals and supporting documentation.
• Develop and maintain submittal logs, tracking systems, and document control processes.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to obtain complete and accurate submittal packages.
• Review shop drawings, product data, certifications, material documentation, and supporting information for compliance and completeness.
• Identify missing information, deficiencies, and documentation gaps prior to submission.
• Coordinate revisions and resubmittals resulting from government review comments.
• Proactively follow up with subcontractors and vendors through phone calls and direct communication to drive action and maintain schedules.
• Work closely with project management, field teams, and quality control personnel to prioritize critical-path submittals.
• Maintain organized project documentation and ensure compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Project Engineer, Construction Coordinator, Project Coordinator, Document Control Specialist, or similar construction‑related role.
• Experience supporting federal construction projects on the General Contractor (GC) side is required.
• Strong understanding of construction submittals, shop drawings, specifications, product data, and project documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience coordinating with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors.
• Strong organizational and document control skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction management/document control software.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to hold project partners accountable while maintaining positive working relationships.
• Highly detail‑oriented with the ability to identify compliance issues before submission.

Preferred Experience

• Federal, government, military, USACE, GSA, NPS, or other public‑sector construction projects.
• Experience managing multiple submittals and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of federal compliance and documentation requirements.
• Ability to quickly step into a project and contribute with minimal training.

What We're Looking For

• Someone who takes ownership rather than simply processing paperwork.
• A proactive professional who follows up, solves problems, and drives results.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering accurate, compliant submittal packages.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating effectively with project teams.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• 100% remote work environment
• Immediate‑start, short‑term contract assignment
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on a critical federal construction project
• High visibility with project leadership, subcontractors, vendors, and government stakeholders
• Exposure to federal construction processes, compliance, and documentation requirements
• Excellent opportunity for Project Engineers looking to strengthen their federal construction experience and expand their project management skill set

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Denver, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $43.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long‑term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Denver, CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

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