Project Engineer - Industrial Construction

Atlantic Constructors•Newport News, VA

About The Position

Atlantic Constructors is seeking a dynamic, motivated, career-minded Industrial Project Engineer to support field operations on industrial projects. Reporting directly to the Director of Industrial Services, the Project Engineer ensures field forces have the materials, equipment, and information needed to complete their scope of work effectively. As an extension of the ACI Project Manager, the Project Engineer is responsible for understanding and achieving customer goals while protecting and promoting the interests of ACI and its subcontractors and suppliers in project-related matters. The role supports project management and field operations throughout the project lifecycle, from permits, proposals, contracts, schedules, and procurement through project closeout. It involves coordinating with project teams, clients, subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, and field staff, and maintaining project documentation and tracking. The position has no supervisory responsibility. Work is performed in a professional office environment using standard office equipment, with possible visits to construction sites or jobsite assignments. The position requires a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field and 1 to 3 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills are required, as is the ability to learn company-specific software. Familiarity with 3D modeling software is a plus. Prior military experience and experience on industrial-scale mechanical construction projects are preferred. ACI describes its benefits as including medical, dental, short-term disability, and life insurance coverage at no employee-only cost, plus vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with company matching, a health savings plan with company matching, and wellness programs. Final compensation depends on applicable experience, education, licensure, skills, and other relevant factors. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field and 1 to 3 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; construction-environment experience is preferred.
Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Project, Excel, and Outlook, and PDF editing software such as Bluebeam or Adobe.
Ability to learn company-specific software as needed or required, such as Procore and Viewpoint.
Proven track record working with people, teams, and projects.
Ability to multitask, work with minimal supervision, follow written and oral instructions, pay attention to detail, and demonstrate sound problem-solving skills.
Must adhere to all company policies and procedures.
Must be available to work assigned schedules.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with 3D modeling software such as Revit, AutoCAD, Inventor, or Navisworks.
Prior military experience.
Experience in industrial-scale mechanical construction projects as an Industrial Project Engineer.
Experience in a construction environment.

Responsibilities

Assist project management with submission and review of permits, proposals, contracts, schedules, and change orders.
Review specifications and drawings to prepare subcontractor scopes of work and project tracking.
Understand contract documents and help identify scope gaps.
Prepare and distribute project RFIs and submittals, and maintain the associated logs.
Review vendor and supplier submittals for conformance to contract documents and track the submittal process in a timely manner.
Manage project-specific materials and equipment purchases, including sourcing, maintaining vendor relations, ordering, tracking deliveries, and receiving and processing invoices.
Assist the project manager and procurement team with the buyout process.
Create and maintain internal project schedules and tracking reports.
Support field operations by expediting schedules, completing field paperwork, and expediting materials.
Assist the project superintendent with site safety enforcement and notify management of issues affecting safety, quality, budget, or work progress.
Support operations and the Project Manager with client communications regarding project schedules and milestones.
Attend and schedule project meetings with ACI's project team, clients, subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers.
Prepare and distribute subcontractor and client meeting minutes.
Coordinate and attend punch-list walkthroughs as needed, compile punch lists, and forward them to the Project Manager and Superintendent.
Compile and provide project closeout documentation, including as-built drawings, O&M documents, and warranties, to the client.
Build positive working relationships and communications with team members, management, vendors, suppliers, and clients.
Keep up to date on industry technology, trends, and developments.
Perform other duties as assigned.