Assistant Project Engineer Jobs in Gaithersburg, MD

The Project Engineer supports the project management team in planning, coordinating, and executing construction projects from pre-construction through closeout. This role is critical in ensuring project documentation, communication, and coordination are maintained to meet schedule, budget, and quality goals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in the development and maintenance of project schedules and budgets.
• Coordinate with and oversee subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Review and process submittals, RFIs, change orders, and other project documentation.
• Issue Letters of Intent based on buyout and scope developed by PM.
• Maintain project logs and documentation using project management software.
• Conduct quality control inspections of materials and labor throughout assigned projects.
• Maintain Material Procurement Logs for assigned projects, contact vendors and input times, track fabrication progress and anticipated delivery dates to ensure material/equipment is delivered in time to avoid delaying the project
• Maintain effective communication with project stakeholders, including clients, team members, and management
• Support field operations by ensuring timely communication between the office and job site.
• Participate in project meetings and assist in preparing meeting minutes and action items.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies. Responsible to collect all safety documents from subcontractors and enforce the implementation of safety protocols to promote a safe work environment.
• Assist in the preparation of closeout documentation, punch lists, and final inspections.
• Assist in the preparation of technical proposals and presentations and contract packages for potential projects.
• Collaborate with the estimating team during pre-construction for quantity take-offs and bid analysis.

Technical Skills:

• Understanding construction drawings, specifications, and contracts.
• Familiarity with project management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project).
• Basic knowledge of building codes and construction standards.
• Ability to perform quantity take-offs and cost tracking.

Project Management:

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Attention to detail in documentation and reporting.

Communication & Collaboration:

• Clear and professional verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work effectively with project teams, subcontractors, and clients.
• Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.

Leadership Potential:

• Initiative and willingness to take ownership of tasks.
• Desire to grow into a leadership role (Assistant Project Manager).
• Ability to mentor interns or junior staff.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field preferred, or equivalent construction experience.
• Internship or co-op experience in construction or a related field is preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Procore) is preferred.
• Basic understanding of construction methods and materials.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS (The factors described here are representative of those physical demands that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The environmental factors described are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Additional factors, if applicable, must be specified.)

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. Standing and walking is required. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Employees must be able to climb stairs and ladders for site access and occasionally tolerate exposure to heights during job site visits.

Typical office conditions, plus occasional visits throughout construction project sites including rooftops. Work environment could involve some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions. Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. Position may require travel to other locations for public relations, meetings, training, and education.