Construction Project Engineer

Description

The Project Engineer plays a key role in supporting the successful execution of construction projects by assisting with project coordination, documentation, and communication. This position will work closely with internal teams, subcontractors, vendors, and clients to ensure projects remain on schedule and within budget.

• Assist the Project Manager in coordinating with government and municipal agencies for permit submissions and approvals.
• Assist with project pre-construction planning, including organizing and facilitating pre-construction, subcontractor, Owner-Architect-Contractor (OAC), and city meetings. Prepare and maintain meeting minutes.
• Support the Project Manager with project responsibilities, including overseeing schedules and budgets.
• Maintain and coordinate the review, approval, and distribution of project documents, including project logs, submittals, shop drawings, transmittals, and current drawings.
• Support projects buy-out and estimating efforts, including value engineering, constructability reviews, and logistics planning.
• Coordinate and communicate with owners and consultants, preparing timely status reports and hot lists. Work closely with Hillwood Investment Properties and Hillwood Properties to ensure Hillwood Construction Services meets goals and requirements set forth by Hillwood Development and its clients.
• Assist in procurement activities, tracking long lead times, and coordinating materials and owner-supplied equipment.
• Maintain project quality control by inspecting work and ensuring compliance with plans and specifications.
• Participate in project closeout activities, including punch list management, the creation of Operations & Maintenance (O&M) packages, and system start-up procedures.
• Provide technical information to project supervisors to ensure compliance with applicable codes, drawings, and specifications.
• Work alongside the Project Manager, Superintendent, and subcontractors to coordinate, create, update, and distribute project schedules.

Requirements

Hillwood Construction Services (HCS) is seeking to hire a Project Engineer to join our growing Northeast team, ideally based in Allentown, PA or Conshohocken, PA. This role will support industrial construction projects across the region. Travel will be required, depending on project locations. Relocation may be considered for well-qualified candidates not currently based in one of these preferred markets.

• Preferably 1-5 years of experience, ideally gained within commercial general contractor in an estimator, project engineer, or related position; recent graduates will also be considered.
• Strong organizational skills, with keen attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Exceptional analytical skills, particularly in budgeting, estimating, and cost analysis.
• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at construction sites.
• Passion for construction industry and on-site work required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• **TRAVELING WILL BE REQUIRED FOR THIS ROLE. *
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Proficiency in construction management software, estimating tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficient in reading, understanding, and applying blueprints and job specifications; understands construction methodologies.
• Experience with construction project management software is strongly preferred.
• Effective problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve issues efficiently.
• Relevant internship experience in commercial or industrial construction, estimating, or project management will be considered for candidates with less full-time experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in building construction science, Construction Management, Construction Technology, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop and maintain relationships with executive-level clients and internal teams.
• Exposure to fieldwork, project coordination, and construction processes through internships, co-op programs, or academic projects is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities with an open and willing attitude and eagerness to learn.

Benefits

With a strong focus on problem-solving, organization, and hands-on project involvement, the Project Engineer will develop the necessary skills and experience to transition into a Project Manager role within 1 to 4 years, based on performance and progression. This role provides a structured career path with increasing responsibility, mentorship, and exposure to all phases of the construction process.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance