Construction Project Engineer at SCS Engineers

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 May, 26

Salary

90000.0

Posted On

28 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Construction Execution, Project Controls, Field Coordination, Contract Review, Design Resolution, RFI Management, Submittal Management, Document Control, Procurement Support, QA/QC Observation, Schedule Updates, Cost Forecasting, Change Management, Subcontractor Management, Safety Compliance, Commissioning

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

What we are looking for We are looking for a Construction Project Engineer (CPE) to support complex engineering and construction projects within our Energy business unit at an active project site. This role will focus on day to day construction execution, project controls, and field coordination. The Construction Project Engineer will serve as a key liaison between clients, contractors, and internal teams, ensuring scope, cost, schedule, and quality objectives are achieved throughout the project lifecycle. This position can be remote. How you can make an impact • Develop a thorough understanding of contract plans, specifications, drawings, addenda, and contract exhibits across all disciplines• Review and help resolve design and construction discrepancies, interferences, and field conflicts• Provide technical support to determine cost effective and schedule efficient construction methods• Manage Requests for Information (RFIs), maintain RFI logs, track aging and priorities, and coordinate timely responses• Maintain and utilize project logs including RFIs, submittals, change orders, punch lists, procurement logs, meeting minutes, and formal correspondence• Manage submittals and shop drawings, review for compliance, coordinate approvals, and drive timely resubmittals• Maintain document control and ensure field teams are building from current approved drawings and specifications• Support procurement and material management, including tracking long lead items, expediting deliveries, and maintaining material logs• Perform routine QA/QC observations, document deficiencies, and drive corrective actions and punch list closure• Support schedule updates, weekly lookahead planning, cost forecasting, and change management processes• Assist in managing subcontractors, vendors, and consultants to meet project milestones and deliverables• Quantify schedule and cost impacts, maintain change logs, and support pricing and client approvals• Monitor field activities for compliance with design, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements• Participate in safety meetings, job hazard analyses, safety walks, and stop work for unsafe conditions• Assist or lead project meetings, develop agendas, issue meeting minutes, assign action items, and track to closure• Support commissioning, turnover, and project closeout including O and M manuals, warranties, as builts, training, and final acceptance documentation• Review subcontractor payment applications and ensure required compliance documentation is maintained Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent experience is required• 7 or more years of experience in design build or construction management at risk project delivery• Strong understanding of construction management principles and EPC or design build delivery models• Experience with Procore or similar project management platforms preferred• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and contracts• OSHA 30 certification or ability to obtain promptly and demonstrated experience working full time on active construction sites• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Pay Range USD $70,000.00 - USD $90,000.00 /Yr. Additional Information Please note that our pay ranges are determined by several factors, including relevant experience, internal pay equity, and location. They do not include any of the amazing benefits of being an employee-owner, which are listed below. SCS is building a world where environmental systems and infrastructure strengthen the health, safety and resilience of communities — from reducing methane emissions at landfills to producing alternative energy, from repurposing contaminated properties to sequestering carbon. As a 100% employee-owned firm, we bring a long-term perspective, personal ownership and shared success to everything we do. We live our values every day: We care. We are a team. We are tenacious. Join us and be part of a team where your work has real impact — on the world and on your own growth. As a growing firm, we offer excellent opportunities for career advancement and a comprehensive package, including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance 100% employer- funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401K including employer match Annual Bonus Program Student Debt Employer Contribution Program Paid holidays, PTO and Paid Parental Leave SCS Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). SCS provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disabled status. If you have questions, difficulty using our online system and/or you need an accommodation due to a disability then please contact us about your interest in employment at recruiting@scsengineers.com

Responsibilities

The Construction Project Engineer will focus on day-to-day construction execution, project controls, and field coordination, serving as a liaison to ensure scope, cost, schedule, and quality objectives are met throughout the project lifecycle. Key duties include managing RFIs, submittals, change orders, performing QA/QC observations, and supporting schedule and cost forecasting processes.