Senior Project Engineer | Travel & Growth toward PM

Jobot; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel per diem

Bonus potential

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to drive execution on large vertical construction projects across the Southeast. This traveling role partners with PMs and Superintendents to ensure schedules, quality, and cost controls are maintained on high-value multifamily developments.

Ideal candidates bring 4–8+ years in commercial construction, exposure to student housing or mid/high-rise projects, and proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, and MS Project.

Qualifications

• 4–8+ years of experience in commercial construction.
• Experience on student housing, multifamily, or mid/high-rise projects strongly preferred.
• Proficient with construction management tools and scheduling software.

Responsibilities

• Lead RFI, submittal, and document control processes with minimal oversight.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, and field teams to maintain schedule and quality.
• Assist in project scheduling, phasing plans, and look-ahead planning.
• Track and manage project costs, change orders, and budget impacts.
• Support buyout and procurement efforts for key trades.
• Drive QA/QC processes and ensure work aligns with plans/specs.
• Maintain strong communication between field operations and office teams.
• Assist in project closeout, punch lists, and turnover documentation.

Skills

Team coordination

Communication

Schedule management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

Job description

Jobot is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to drive execution on large vertical construction projects across the Southeast. This traveling role partners with PMs and Superintendents to ensure schedules, quality, and cost controls are maintained on high-value multifamily developments.

Ideal candidates bring 4–8+ years in commercial construction, exposure to student housing or mid/high-rise projects, and proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, and MS Project.