Project Engineer I, II, & Project Coordinator - Talent Pool
About The Position
This is an evergreen talent-pipeline posting open across all six Samet offices — not a specific, currently open position. Applying here puts you on our radar across all six Samet offices—so when the right opportunity fits, whether that’s now or a few months down the road, we already know you and you already know us. No perfect timing required; we’d just love to start the conversation. Project Engineers and Coordinators are the engine room of a Samet project team. You keep information, documentation, and people moving, supporting Project Managers with the schedules, budgets, submittals, RFIs, and day-to-day coordination that deliver high-quality construction The Samet Way, on time and on budget. These are the roles where you learn how a project really runs, with mentorship and structured development through Samet University and Builders Building Builders. Master our systems here and you build the foundation for a Project Manager career. If you’re organized, detail-driven, and eager to grow, this is a great place to start or advance.
Requirements
- Construction experience appropriate to the level (see Levels & Experience above) — internship experience counts for entry roles.
- Familiarity with construction and project management software (Procore, Bluebeam) and scheduling tools (Primavera, MS Project) a plus.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Solid understanding of construction processes, terminology, and documentation.
- Knowledge of safety standards, building codes, and regulations.
- A detail-oriented, team-first mindset and an eagerness to learn and grow.
- A valid driver’s license is required.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
- Able to comprehend and execute detailed written and oral instructions using common-sense reasoning, and to navigate problems involving concrete variables in conventional situations.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, architecture, or a related field (preferred).
Responsibilities
- Support Project Managers with day-to-day project operations, coordination, and documentation.
- Track project schedules, budgets, milestones, and quality benchmarks, and report on progress.
- Maintain project documentation — RFIs, submittals, change orders, meeting minutes, contracts, and logs.
- Help manage communication with subcontractors, vendors, and clients, and serve as a point of contact for stakeholders.
- Coordinate and document meetings and site visits, and distribute updates and status reports.
- Obtain construction-related permits, file and post required notices, and support regulatory compliance.
- Assist with subcontractor solicitation, procurement, and contracting, and facilitate material and equipment deliveries.
- Monitor budgets, identify discrepancies, and help implement cost controls.
- Learn, master, and apply Samet’s systems, processes, and software (Procore, Bluebeam, scheduling tools) to support project delivery.
- Support quality control and safety compliance initiatives across the project.
- Help identify potential issues or delays and escalate to the Project Manager.
- Mentor and support junior team members (Project Engineer II) and keep project files organized and current.
Benefits
- Structured development through Samet University and Builders Building Builders.
- Award-winning safety culture.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
