Project Engineer Recruitment
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WHY THIS ROLE IS HARD TO HIRE
- It’s difficult to find a Project Engineer who can manage technical documentation while understanding how engineering decisions affect actual field construction.
- The right candidate needs strong organizational and technical skills to coordinate drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, procurement information, inspections, and project records.
- A weak Project Engineer can allow unanswered RFIs, incomplete submittals, documentation gaps, or unresolved technical issues to create rework, delays, and coordination problems.
Brightway helps you find the right talent faster.
Brightway identifies Project Engineers with infrastructure construction experience, strong technical coordination skills, attention to detail, and the ability to support project teams from preconstruction through closeout.
About the Project Engineer Role
Role Highlights
Experience
2-8+ Years
Core Focus
Project Engineering
Key Areas
Technical Coordination & Documentation
Work Environment
Field & Office
Project Focus
Infrastructure Projects
Recruitment Type
Permanent
What does a Project Engineer Do?
Coordinate Technical Documents
Reviews and coordinates drawings, specifications, submittals, engineering documents, and other technical information required for construction.
Manage RFIs & Submittals
Tracks RFIs, submittals, technical questions, and responses to keep project teams working from current information.
Support Field Operations
Works with superintendents, field engineers, subcontractors, and project managers to resolve technical and construction-related issues.
Track Project Progress
Supports progress tracking, procurement coordination, quantity documentation, project reporting, and other project controls activities.
Support Closeout
Assists with punch lists, as-built documentation, testing records, final project documentation, and closeout requirements.
Need a Project Engineer for Your Next Infrastructure Project?
Connect with experienced Project Engineer talent who can strengthen technical coordination, project documentation, RFI and submittal management, and construction support across infrastructure projects.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Review and coordinate drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and technical project documentation.
- Track RFIs, submittals, engineering responses, procurement information, and other project deliverables.
- Coordinate with project managers, engineers, superintendents, subcontractors, suppliers, and inspectors to resolve project issues.
- Support project progress tracking, quantity documentation, change management, and project reporting.
- Assist with quality documentation, punch-list activities, as-built records, and successful project closeout.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Experience
2-8+ years of infrastructure construction, project engineering, construction engineering, or related experience.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent construction experience may qualify.
Certifications
EIT, OSHA 30, or other relevant engineering and construction credentials can be beneficial.
CORE SKILLS
MARKET & COMPENSATION INSIGHTS
typical Salary Range
$75,000-$115,000
Performance Bonus
Experience Level
Mid / Senior
Role Demand
High
Hiring Market
Nationwide
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