Sr. Project Engineer - Commercial Construction

Barton Malow; South Carolina; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Barton Malow in the Charleston, South Carolina area seeks a Project Engineer to support daily operations, coordination, and safety on active construction sites. You will work closely with Superintendents, Project Managers, design partners, and trades to keep work on schedule and aligned with project goals.

You will help manage submittals/RFIs, review change orders, and assist with plan reviews across municipalities while maintaining rigorous safety standards and documentation discipline for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 2-6 years of professional construction experience.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage documentation.
• Effective communicator across diverse teams.
• VDC/BIM experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Project coordination and technical support to resolve and track issues.
• Liaise with architects, engineers and owners on progress and coordination needs.
• Support superintendents in monitoring trade partner performance and schedule adherence.
• Assist with site logistics planning and day-to-day field coordination.
• Process and track submittals and RFIs for timely review and compliance.
• Prepare meeting agendas, document discussions, and lead coordination meetings.
• Assist with plan review and approval with municipalities across jurisdictions.
• Assist with project closeout documentation and turnover requirements.
• Develop, update, and maintain the project schedule.
• Review contractor quotations for changes and process change orders.
• Promote and enforce corporate safety policies on the jobsite.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Safety awareness

OSHA 30

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/Construction Management

Tools

VDC/BIM

Job description

About the Role

As a Project Engineer, you'll play a central role in daily project operations, ensuring construction activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with project goals. You'll collaborate closely with Superintendents, Project Managers, design partners, and trade contractors to keep work progressing and maintain the high standards Barton Malow is known for.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Project Coordination & Technical Support

• Provide technical support to resolve and track project issues.
• Serve as a liaison with architects, engineers, and owners regarding progress, changes, and coordination needs.
• Support Superintendents in monitoring trade partner performance and schedule adherence.
• Assist with site logistics planning and day-to-day field coordination.

Documentation & Controls

• Process and track submittals and RFIs to ensure timely review and compliance.
• Prepare meeting agendas, document discussions, and lead coordination meetings when needed.
• Support plan review and approval processes with local and state municipalities across multiple jurisdictions.
• Assist with project closeout documentation and turnover requirements.

Schedule, Change, & Cost Support

• Assist in developing, updating, and maintaining the project schedule.
• Receive, review, and evaluate contractor quotations for changes.
• Prepare and process change orders with accuracy and attention to detail.

Safety & Compliance

• Promote and enforce corporate safety policies on the jobsite.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 2-6 years of professional experience (including internships) in construction or a related industry.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage documentation and follow established processes.
• Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Positive, proactive attitude with a strong commitment to safety.
• VDC/BIM experience is a plus.

Barton Malow is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters: We do not accept unsolicited referrals from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged and under contract to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any unsolicited resumes submitted without prior agreement will be considered the property of Barton Malow with the right to engage at our sole discretion without any obligations or fees owed.

Nearest Major Market: Charleston South Carolina

Nearest Secondary Market: South Carolina