Office Engineer - Preconstruction
Holder Construction•Charlotte, NC
•Onsite
About The Position
Holder Construction is seeking an Office Engineer to join its Preconstruction team in regional offices across the United States. This is a full-time, in-person position. The role involves analyzing construction design documents and specifications; preparing cost estimates and quantity surveys; managing cost and design issues; coordinating trades and gaining exposure to Building Information Modeling (BIM); and overseeing project purchasing activities, including scope coordination, proposal evaluation, trade negotiations, and contracting.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field.
- Strong communication, time management, and collaboration skills, and a “team first” mindset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
Nice To Haves
- Internship or prior experience in a construction or engineering environment.
- Knowledge of cost control, budgeting, and scheduling principles.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and understand construction design documents and specifications.
- Prepare accurate construction cost estimates and quantity surveys across various scopes of work.
- Manage cost and design issues to optimize project outcomes.
- Coordinate trades and gain exposure to Building Information Modeling (BIM).
- Oversee project purchasing, including scope coordination, proposal evaluation, trade negotiations, and contracting.
Benefits
- Annual bonus program
- Paid time off
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k)-retirement plan
- Night and swing shift differential pay for select roles
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
Upload and Match Resume
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
