Traveling Project Engineer — Field & Office Experience

Elford, Inc; Kentucky; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Elford, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer to grow a career in commercial construction with hands-on experience across multiple markets.

This traveling role supports projects from preconstruction through closeout, alongside Project Managers and Superintendents in markets such as Ohio, Pennsylvania, and North Carolina. You will gain exposure to field and office tasks, collaborate with diverse teams, and develop skills in scheduling, budgeting, and cost control while traveling as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• At least one year of construction experience; internships count.
• Willingness to travel based on project needs.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working in field and project office.
• Proficiency with construction software such as Procore or Bluebeam is helpful.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager and Superintendent with day-to-day project coordination
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change documentation, meeting minutes, and project records
• Help maintain project schedules, budgets, and cost information
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, architects, engineers, and owners
• Review drawings and specifications and help identify potential issues
• Assist with procurement, material tracking, inspections, and project closeout
• Spend time in the field monitoring progress, quality, and safety
• Build relationships with project teams, clients, and trade partners

Skills

Field experience

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Travel readiness

Education

Construction Management

Civil Engineering

Architecture

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Office

Job description

Elford, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer to grow a career in commercial construction with hands-on experience across multiple markets.

This traveling role supports projects from preconstruction through closeout, alongside Project Managers and Superintendents in markets such as Ohio, Pennsylvania, and North Carolina. You will gain exposure to field and office tasks, collaborate with diverse teams, and develop skills in scheduling, budgeting, and cost control while traveling as required.