Project Engineer

MGC Contractors•El Paso, TX

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About The Position

MGC Contractors, Inc., a 100% employee-owned corporation specializing in water and wastewater general contracting, is seeking Project Engineers for its Texas Division in the El Paso area. The role supports construction projects through contract administration, scheduling, procurement, cost tracking, systems coordination, subcontractor oversight, and communication with project stakeholders. The position works in professional office, construction-site, and field environments. Field work may involve extended periods outdoors in extreme hot or cold weather and exposure to chemicals, vapors, pollutants, pathogens, gases, uneven surfaces, loud noises, moving vehicles or machinery, and dust or debris. A pre-employment background check and drug screen are required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a related program.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Effective oral and written communication skills and timely responses to inquiries.
Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Prior construction field experience.

Responsibilities

Administer general contracts and subcontracts.
Support construction scheduling.
Procure and expedite materials and equipment.
Coordinate mechanical, electrical, and piping systems.
Review, report, update, and account for project costs.
Review subcontractor applications for payment.
Participate in project meetings.
Supervise and coordinate subcontractors’ field installations.
Review and negotiate subcontractor change-proposal pricing and prepare change proposals for self-performed work.
Research and recommend options for construction means, methods, and equipment.
Develop and maintain effective relationships with owners, vendors, and subcontractors.
Perform other duties as assigned.