Project Engineer (Advanced Manufacturing)

Clark Construction Group, LLC•Richmond, VA

4d•$50,000 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Engineer joins Clark Construction’s Advanced Manufacturing team and is responsible for the technical and engineering aspects of assigned projects. The role leads daily coordination among clients, trade partners, engineers, architects, and company employees, and plans, schedules, predicts, and manages technical tasks to support accuracy, appropriate resourcing, and quality throughout the project lifecycle. The position involves active work on construction sites as well as office-based tasks. Site work may involve uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, hoists, weather exposure, moderate to loud noise, elevated or confined areas, and moving mechanical equipment. The role also includes prolonged sitting for computer work, document review, and meetings. Employees are expected to follow Clark Construction safety policies and applicable laws. This is a demanding, high-performance role that requires flexibility to work extended hours, especially during critical project phases or client deadlines. Employees may need to monitor and respond to calls, emails, and texts outside regular working hours when business needs, time-sensitive matters, or emergencies require it. A pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening and random quarterly screenings are required. Clark offers base salary, bonus potential, and benefits. The stated base salary range is $50,000–$140,000; compensation may vary based on factors including education, experience, skills, and geographic location.

Requirements

An undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related discipline, or relevant work experience.
At least 2 years of experience as an engineer, project engineer, or in a similar construction-industry role.
Demonstrated knowledge of scheduling, cost engineering, subcontract coordination, and general project administration.
Demonstrated ability to read drawings and specifications.
Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace products.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Interest in and passion for building and the construction industry.
Alignment with Clark Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results-oriented, adaptable, a team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, and relationship-building.
Ability to frequently be on foot and navigate active job sites, including uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists.
Ability to perform physical work involving bending, kneeling, reaching, and frequently lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Ability to communicate effectively and visually read plans and inspect work.
Ability to work in varied weather, moderate to loud noise, elevated or confined work areas, and around moving mechanical equipment.
Flexibility to work extended hours and respond to business needs outside regular hours when required.
Compliance with company safety policies and applicable laws; successful completion of required pre-employment and random quarterly drug fitness-for-duty screenings.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 10 certification.
Procore experience.
Primavera P6 experience.
Experience working for a general contractor.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Project Managers on purchasing activities, including scoping and take-offs.
Prepare and forward submittals and confirm that they comply with plans and specifications.
Support development and updates to the project schedule and subcontractor detail schedules.
Play a lead role in developing project plans.
Monitor and expedite material deliveries and ensure they conform to the project schedule.
Review change proposals from trade partners and negotiate as appropriate.
Coordinate drawings with the Project Manager and Superintendent.
Draft change orders; solicit prices from subcontractors and suppliers; perform scope take-offs and estimate costs.
Lead project closeout, including assembling manuals and warranties for owner turnover and preparing final subcontractor payment documents.
Develop and lead training sessions for the team and trade partners.
Take ownership of document management applications.
Cultivate industry relationships to identify potential business opportunities for Clark leadership.
Cultivate industry relationships to help attract and recruit talent to Clark.
Anticipate stakeholder needs, desires, and goals and work to exceed their expectations.