Travel Project Engineer

The Travel Project Engineer supports

E. Smith Contractors field and project management teams across multiple job sites, ensuring effective coordination, documentation control, schedule alignment, and on‑site project execution. This role acts as a key liaison between architects, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams while ensuring all work adheres to contract documents, specifications, and project standards. The ideal candidate is highly organized, communication‑driven, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced, travel‑intensive environment.

• Serve as a primary liaison with Architects, Subcontractors, Consultants, Suppliers, Inspectors, staff, and Owner Representatives to resolve issues related to plans, specifications, and construction execution.
• Oversee and interpret contract drawings, design documents, and subcontractor information, ensuring alignment with project estimates and scope.
• Schedule and lead subcontractor coordination meetings, preconstruction meetings, and submittal review meetings.
• Manage all Submittals and Shop Drawings, ensuring they conform to contract requirements and are reviewed, approved, and distributed on time.
• Prepare, process, and track RFIs, ensuring timely resolution and proper documentation for field teams.
• Identify and resolve conflicts between design documents, specifications, and subcontractor scopes.

• Assist in managing the project budget and tracking expenditures related to assigned scopes.
• Prepare and negotiate Change Orders, including independent analyses, subcontractor estimate reviews, and securing approvals from owners and architects.
• Maintain and update logs for Change Orders, labor, safety, quality control, and general conditions.

• Travel regularly to project sites to support field teams with coordination, documentation, issue resolution, and schedule updates.
• Monitor onsite progress, material deliveries, and inventory control to ensure alignment with schedule and project needs.
• Assist with field problem‑solving and communication of design clarifications.

• Lead and coordinate all closeout activities including final RFIs, warranty documentation, O&M manuals, attic stock and spare parts, and punch list tracking.
• Ensure all closeout deliverables meet contract requirements and are submitted in a timely manner.
• Supervise and mentor Assistant Engineers, Engineering Assistants, Plan Clerks, and Interns, providing guidance and input for performance reviews.
• Prepare Scopes of Work for subcontracted trades to ensure clarity and alignment before procurement.

• Develop and maintain reports such as labor tracking, safety logs, QC logs, CO logs, and progress tracking.
• Utilize Procore, Microsoft Office Suite, and other project tools for documentation and reporting.
• Support the use of BIM, LEAN, and other modern construction technologies to enhance project execution.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in a project engineer or similar construction role.
• Proficient with Procore, Microsoft Office Suite, and construction documentation workflows.
• Strong understanding of Submittals, RFIs, Scheduling, Inventory Control, and project coordination.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret contract documents, drawings, specs, scopes of work, and schedules.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership, team collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel frequently to support projects across various locations.

At E Smith Contractors, we believe our people are our greatest strength. Our benefits package is designed to support your well‑being, reward your hard work, and help you thrive both personally and professionally. Team members enjoy comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with paid time off to recharge and maintain a healthy work‑life balance. For roles requiring travel,

E. Smith Contractors provides a travel stipend to ensure comfort and convenience while supporting our projects across various locations.

We are committed to investing in our employees with opportunities for professional development, ongoing training, and long‑term career growth. At

E. Smith Contractors, you’re not just joining a company you’re joining a team that values your contributions and supports your success every step of the way.