Project Engineer - Mechanical

Tutor Perini • Fort Lauderdale, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Nagelbush Mechanical Inc., a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking a Project Engineer for its office in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The role supports planning, coordination, and execution of mechanical construction projects, helping ensure work meets design specifications, project schedules, safety standards, and client needs. The Project Engineer coordinates with field operations, subcontractors, design teams, and other contractors.

Nagelbush Mechanical specializes in HVAC and plumbing systems for commercial, industrial, and institutional projects, including high-rise, hospitality, governmental, commercial, aviation, and sports projects. The company describes its work as delivering construction excellence, innovative design-build solutions, and quality. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship. Staffing agency candidates will not be considered.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, construction management, or a similar field from an accredited institution.
• Proficiency in Excel, the MS Office suite, and Computer Aided Design packages.
• Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in construction or engineering is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the submittal log; review shop drawings and technical data against project specifications; and draft and track RFIs with architects, engineers, and general contractors.
• Assist Project Managers with day-to-day operations, including tracking construction schedules, look-ahead plans, and field installation sequences.
• Coordinate with the engineering department and contractors to resolve conflicts between systems and building components.
• Coordinate purchasing, delivery, and staging of major mechanical equipment, piping materials, and HVAC fixtures to align with project milestones.
• Assist with estimating and tracking change orders, performing quantity takeoffs, and reviewing vendor pricing.
• Support site quality-control checklists, coordinate field inspections, and enforce company and OSHA safety standards.
• Maintain as-built drawings, O&M manuals, closeout logs, and project punch lists.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level