Project Engineer

Wharton-Smith•Tampa, FL

About The Position

Wharton-Smith, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer to work in Tampa, Florida. This entry-level role provides technical, administrative, and operational support to the project team throughout construction. The Project Engineer helps coordinate projects, control documents, track procurement, support scheduling and subcontractors, and assist with field operations to help deliver projects safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with company standards and contract requirements. The position works closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel on day-to-day project execution. It provides hands-on experience in construction management processes, project controls, and field operations as a foundation for career growth in project management and construction operations. The role involves working at active project sites, a flexible project-based schedule that typically runs Monday through Friday with hours varying by project and operational needs, and limited travel to job sites as required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or another relevant field.
Basic understanding of construction processes, project management principles, and construction documentation.
Ability to effectively communicate and coordinate with Project Managers, Project Superintendents, and Foremen.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities in a fast-paced project environment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Microsoft Project.
Ability to work on active project job sites and use standard office equipment, including laptops, smartphones, photocopiers, and scanners.
Ability to occasionally lift and move up to 20 pounds and meet the physical requirements necessary to safely perform essential job functions.
Ability to work a flexible project-based schedule, typically Monday through Friday, with hours varying based on project and operational needs.
Ability to travel to job sites on a limited basis as required by project needs.

Nice To Haves

Zero to three years of construction-related experience, including internships or co-op experience.
Familiarity with construction management software and scheduling tools.
Knowledge of surveying fundamentals and construction safety practices.
Current training or certifications, or willingness to obtain them, in OSHA 10-Hour, First Aid & CPR, Trenching, Scaffolding, Rigging, Confined Space, Fall Protection, Silica Awareness, and Risk Management.

Responsibilities

Maintain and update project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, meeting minutes, concrete pour logs, procurement logs, and other project tracking reports.
Assist with preparing, reviewing, distributing, and tracking RFIs, submittals, and contract documents.
Support project scheduling, including schedule updates, procurement schedules, short-interval planning, and milestone tracking.
Coordinate distribution of project documents to subcontractors, vendors, consultants, and field personnel.
Assist with procurement activities, including material tracking, expediting deliveries, and communicating with vendors.
Support project closeout by collecting Operation & Maintenance Manuals, warranties, as-built drawings, turnover documentation, and spare parts.
Participate in owner, subcontractor, and internal coordination meetings and assist with meeting documentation.
Conduct regular project site visits to monitor progress and support field operations.
Assist with startup, commissioning, testing, inspections, and owner turnover activities.
Support implementation of company safety standards and quality control procedures.