Traveling Construction Project Engineer

CDM Investment Group

$75K — $125K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in commercial or specialty construction
  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
  • Strong understanding of construction drawings and project documentation
  • Experience with specialty construction products and trades preferred
  • Excellent analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills
  • Strong organizational and document management skills.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate project documentation and manage contracts and specifications
  • Assist with project budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis
  • Solicit and compare quotes from suppliers and subcontractors
  • Prepare submittal packages and assist with RFIs
  • Collaborate with project teams and conduct jobsite engagements
  • Support quality assurance and project close-out initiatives
  • Foster a safety-first culture in all project activities.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to travel throughout the US up to 75% of the time
  • Hands-on experience with high-profile specialty construction projects
  • Engagement with experienced industry professionals
  • Exposure to all phases of project lifecycle from preconstruction to close-out
  • Professional development opportunities in a fast-paced environment.
Full Job Description
E&K is seeking a Traveling Construction Project Engineer. Based out of Denver, Colorado, this position offers the opportunity to travel throughout the US (up to 75%) while supporting high-profile specialty construction projects from preconstruction through close-out. This role is ideal for an organized, detail-oriented construction professional who wants hands-on experience on impactful projects while working alongside experienced industry professionals. As a Traveling Project Engineer, you'll gain exposure to every phase of a project lifecycle, from preconstruction through close-out, while helping deliver high-quality interior specialty construction projects safely, on time, and on budget. Job Duties: • Project Coordination and Document Control: - Contract document management including but not limited to updating contract drawings and specifications, RFI and change management (i.e. ASIs, Bulletins, RFQs) and submittals. - Maintain organized project documentation using company systems and databases. • Project Support and Cost Management: - Assist with project forecasting, budgeting, and cost analysis. - Support change order takeoff / pricing. - Research and cost analysis of new products and manufacturers. • Procurement and Subcontractor Coordination: - Solicit and compare quotes from suppliers, vendors and Subcontractors. - Assist with documentation and compliance requirements as applicable. • Construction Administration: - Prepare comprehensive submittal packages including cover sheets, product data, maintenance information, SDS sheets, LEED letters, and shop drawings. - Draft and submit RFIs (Requests for Information). - Support quality assurance and project close-out initiatives • Field and Jobsite Engagement: - Collaborate with project teams, office personnel, field teams, and others affiliated with the project. - Participate in site visits, coordination meetings, project planning activities, and jobsite trainings and initiatives. - Support a culture where projects are executed safely, efficiently and in accordance with contract requirements. - Demonstrate company values Skills and Experience Required: • Experience in commercial construction, specialty construction, engineering, project coordination, or a related field required. • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related fiel strongly preferred. • Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. • Ability to understand construction drawings, blueprints / plans, specifications, and project documentation. • Experience with specialty construction products and construction trades is strongly preferred. • Must possess strong mathematical and analytical skills as well as problem solving abilities. • Strong organizational and document management skills required. • Effective communication and relationship-building skills in written and verbal form with people in all roles (from field trades to executives) and backgrounds. • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment. • Self-motivated with a willingness to learn and travel. • Must be able to travel up to 75% of the time. Pay Range: $75,000 - $125,000 Work Environment This role combines office-based project management responsibilities with regular exposure to active construction sites. Candidates must be comfortable working in varying weather conditions and adhering to all project safety requirements and PPE standards. Candidates interested in learning more about the detailed environmental and physical requirements of the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, may reach out to Human Resources to discuss. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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