Our client is seeking a Project Engineer to support a top federal construction sub-contractor specializing in large-scale design-build projects. This individual will support the Project team in overseeing complex, high-dollar projects from planning through completion, ensuring schedules, budgets, and quality standards are met. This role offers the opportunity to work on impactful infrastructure projects supporting federal projects.
- Support daily project execution activities for large federal design-build construction projects, ensuring alignment with schedule, budget, and contract requirements
- Assist in developing, updating, and maintaining detailed project schedules in MS Project; track progress and flag potential delays
- Support cost management efforts, including tracking project costs, assisting with forecasting, and maintaining accurate financial documentation
- Coordinate closely with superintendents, subcontractors, field teams, and federal stakeholders to ensure smooth communication and workflow
- Manage and track RFIs, submittals, change orders, and other project documentation to maintain compliance and proper recordkeeping
- Perform drawing reviews and prepare markups using Bluebeam to support design coordination and issue resolution
- Help ensure project compliance with federal regulations, safety standards, and quality control requirements
- Assist with estimating and preconstruction efforts, including quantity takeoffs and data input using HeavyBid/HeavyJob
- Support project lifecycle activities from preconstruction through closeout, including closeout documentation and turnover packages
- Proactively identify project issues and support the PM in developing solutions to maintain project performance
Must-Haves:
• 2-5+ years of experience working in construction
• Experience working with a General Contractor or an Electrical, Civil, Steel, Mechanical, or Structural Subcontractor, or within construction in the military
• Federal construction project experience: CBP, USACE, NAVFAC, DoD, DHS, AF, city/state, municipal construction
• Proficiency with MS Project (scheduling), bluebeam, or heavybid/heavyjob
Plusses:
- Design-Build project experience
- Experience supporting border, security, or infrastructure projects
- Military experience
Construction Project Engineer in San Diego at Insight Global
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