Project Engineer

Baker Construction•Baton Rouge, LA

About The Position

The Project Engineer supports field activities and spends most of their time working with the Project Manager on project administration for multiple small projects or one medium- to large-size project. The role supports the management of cost and schedule, constructability, technical evaluations, quality, safety, work planning, procurement, contract management, and regulatory compliance. It also manages the job transition process and contributes to project planning, execution, and close-out.

Requirements

1–3 years of experience in industrial construction, deep foundations, or related heavy civil work.
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
Working knowledge of construction practices, scheduling, and safety protocols.
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Strong technical and mechanical aptitude.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Bluebeam.

Responsibilities

Maintain and distribute contract documents, addenda, field orders, RFIs, and RFPs.
Develop and manage project schedules for small or mid-sized projects.
Review and track shop drawings and submittals for compliance with specifications.
Support project quality control, including deviation reports, pre-pour inspections, and testing requirements.
Assist in preparing proposals and owner change-order requests, including pricing self-perform work.
Maintain as-built drawings and prepare project close-out documentation.
Collaborate with pre-construction and the project team on job transition, communicating project requirements and developing initial procurement plans and budgets.
Collect and organize O&M manuals, guarantees, and warranties.
Work with the Project Manager to approve and code project invoices.
Help maximize efficiency and quality through effective use of self-perform work.
Adhere to daily, weekly, and monthly reporting requirements.