Project Engineer

Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site Only

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:30 PM

Compensation: $75,000–$90,000 annually + project performance incentives

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package

Position Summary: W.G. Tomko is seeking a Project Engineer (Associate Project Manager) to support the planning, coordination, and execution of large-scale commercial mechanical construction projects. This position requires a background in commercial HVAC, plumbing, piping, or mechanical contracting, with experience supporting multimillion-dollar construction projects from preconstruction through completion. The Project Engineer works directly alongside a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager as part of an established project team. This individual will assist with project schedules, budgets, subcontractor coordination, material procurement, documentation, and field operations to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to specifications. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of commercial mechanical construction, experience supporting complex projects, and an interest in advancing into a Project Manager role.

Job Duties and Responsibilities: Project Coordination: Support Project Managers in coordinating large-scale commercial and light industrial mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. Project Planning: Assist with project schedules, budgets, staffing requirements, resource allocation, and tracking project milestones. Financial Support: Assist with job cost breakdowns, schedules of values, work-in-progress (WIP) reports, labor analysis, billing documentation, and project cost tracking. Construction Documentation: Prepare and track submittals, RFIs, purchase orders, change orders, project reports, and other construction documentation. Mechanical Construction Operations: Coordinate HVAC, plumbing, piping, and mechanical construction activities with Project Managers, Superintendents, field personnel, subcontractors, and vendors. Material & Equipment Coordination: Assist with purchasing, material procurement, equipment requirements, fabrication planning, and delivery schedules. Change Order Support: Assist Project Managers in identifying scope changes, preparing change orders, tracking approvals, and maintaining accurate documentation. Project Team Support: Work closely with Project Managers, Project Coordinators, and field teams to monitor project progress and resolve day-to-day construction challenges. Contract Administration: Support project documentation and procedures associated with AIA contracts, including submittals, approvals, billing, and change orders. Project Meetings: Participate in preconstruction, project turnover, progress, field coordination, and closeout meetings. Safety & Quality: Support field leadership in ensuring construction activities meet company safety standards, quality expectations, and project specifications. Project Reporting: Maintain accurate project records, track progress, and provide regular updates to the assigned Project Manager. Must Have Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Civil Engineering.2+ years of relevant experience working in commercial mechanical construction, preferably directly for a mechanical contractor or mechanical specialty-trade contractor. Mechanical construction knowledge: Working knowledge of commercial HVAC, plumbing, piping, and/or mechanical systems, including construction processes, materials, and installation methods. Project size and complexity: Experience supporting commercial mechanical construction projects valued at $1M+, with exposure to larger, multimillion-dollar projects preferred. Projects may range up to $60M–$75M in value. Project duration: Experience supporting longer-duration construction projects, typically ranging from 8 months to 3+ years, is strongly preferred. Relevant construction environments: Experience with heavy commercial and/or light industrial construction, including ground-up construction, major renovations, and retrofits. Relevant projects may include hospitals, healthcare facilities, universities, government buildings, and large commercial facilities. Mechanical project experience: Previous involvement in mechanical construction scopes, rather than exclusively general construction, residential construction, or unrelated trades. Project coordination experience: Ability to support project schedules, budgets, subcontractor coordination, material procurement, and construction documentation. Construction documentation: Experience reading and interpreting construction drawings, plans, and specifications, with familiarity preparing or tracking submittals, RFIs, change orders, and purchase orders. Financial understanding: Basic knowledge of construction budgets, job costing, labor tracking, billing, and project financial reporting. Field coordination: Experience working with Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel to support construction activities. Communication & organization: Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively within a project team. On-site availability: Ability to work full-time on-site and visit active construction projects as needed. Preferred, but not required: Familiarity with AIA construction contracts and billing procedures. Experience with Procore, SharePoint, QuickPen, or similar construction management software. OSHA certification or relevant project management certifications.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements: This position operates primarily in a professional office environment, with regular interaction with active construction sites. Occasional exposure to dust, noise, varying temperatures, and construction equipment may occur. Light physical effort is required, including occasional lifting of up to 15 pounds, standing, walking, and visiting active job sites.

Base Salary: $75,000–$90,000 annually

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