Project Engineer Contract Jobs in Utah (NOW HIRING)

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, or related degree
• 2 to 4 years of related experience working on commercial construction projects (or equivalent combination of education and experience.)
• Attention to detail
• A drive to build great projects

• Supports the Project Manager by taking on day-to-day project coordination, paperwork, and communication to keep the job running smoothly.
• Manages the flow of information between the field, office, and design team so the Project Manager can stay focused on schedule, budget, and client direction.
• Keeps current on all construction drawings, revisions, and as-builts, ensuring the field always has the latest information.
• Tracks and logs submittals, RFIs, change orders, and material deliveries to maintain project momentum and avoid delays.
• Must review submittals for compliance with contract documents
• Assist project team with initiating RFI's as well as vetting subcontractor RFI's before submitting
• Assists PM with writing project scopes of works and sending out subcontractor work orders
• Works with the Superintendent to resolve field issues quickly and keep production moving.
• Assists with procurement tracking, vendor coordination, and follow-up to make sure materials and equipment are on site when needed.
• (onsite PE) Monitors quality and verifies that work aligns with plans, specs, and approved submittals.
• Helps prepare close-out documents, as-builts, and O&M manuals at the end of the project.
• Acts as a direct extension of the Project Manager—handling details, following up, and maintaining organization so the PM can focus on high-level tasks and project leadership.
• Prepare and maintain meeting agendas and minutes including running the OAC meetings (take minutes)
• Assist Project Manager and Superintendent with subcontract and schedule administration.
• Coordinates with field and design teams to ensure drawings and as-built records are continuously updated and accurately reflect construction progress.
• Keeps up-to-date on submittals, RFIs and responses, project changes & work progress, especially the items that could delay project or cause a loss, if installed incorrectly.
• Maintains the electronic and hard copy project folders as requested by the project manager
• Quality Assurance/Quality Control: Assists superintendent in verifying that all materials installed coincide with the approved submittals.
• Ensures that the project site and construction activities are being constantly documented in writing and especially in photos.
• Files hard or electronic inspection reports, test reports, etc.
• (Onsite PE) Monitors and enforces, along with project team, safety and OSHA safety standards to maintain a safe working environment for all employees, and site visitors.
• Assists the project manager in continually monitoring job cost reports by making certain that proper quantities are entered and cost projections are accurate; also accounts for all possible subcontractor cost impacts to the budget.
• Understands the logic of a schedule and works with the project team, as requested, to ensure that the detailed construction CPM schedule is met.
• Assists the project team to create, manage, and modify subcontract agreement and/or purchase order.
• Coordinates with the project manager to track master subcontract agreements and ensures that the office receives signed agreements back.
• Tracks insurance certifications, licensing and document compliance for all subcontractors and vendors on site
• Must be able to read and understand construction drawings and specifications
• The Project Engineer provides technical and administrative support to the project team, ensuring that drawings, RFIs, submittals, and documentation flow efficiently between office and field. This role plays a key part in maintaining accurate records, supporting quality assurance, and assisting with scheduling and coordination. The Project Engineer is detail-oriented, process-driven, and focused on learning Mint Construction’s project delivery systems to support long-term professional growth.

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