Traveling Project Engineer — National Construction

Layton Construction; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer 1

Paid time off

Job summary

Layton Construction seeks a Project Engineer to assist Project Managers in delivering work that meets plans and specifications. This role requires relocation to the project site as the group operates nationally.

You will review plans, manage submittals, assist in bidding, coordinate shop drawings and schedules, and ensure safety compliance on site. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1+ year of experience with a commercial general contractor or internship preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and professional language.
• Proficiency in Word and Excel.
• Willingness to adapt plans to meet goals.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans and specifications; review shop drawings and submittals.
• Assess plans for value analysis and constructability; flag inconsistencies with architect.
• Suggest labor- and cost-saving methods for project efficiency and owner value.
• Attend and document project team meetings; distribute minutes.
• Publish weekly progress reports and manage information flow for construction.
• Update project schedules; assist in bidding and scope development for trade contractors.
• Coordinate shop drawings, samples, and material lists; ensure timely approvals.
• Maintain logs for drawings, RFIs, change requests, and proposals.
• Advise on procedures for concrete pours and inspect reinforcing.
• Coordinate slump and compaction testing to verify compliance.
• Review field procedures and installation to meet specs.
• Analyze work methods to improve production efficiency.
• Comply with all safety policies; report unsafe activities.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Cooperation

Blueprint reading

Learning ability

OSHA safety knowledge

Problem solving

Scheduling knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Layton Construction seeks a Project Engineer to assist Project Managers in delivering work that meets plans and specifications. This role requires relocation to the project site as the group operates nationally.

You will review plans, manage submittals, assist in bidding, coordinate shop drawings and schedules, and ensure safety compliance on site. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.