Project Engineer, Civil Engineering

Project Engineer

This role offers an early-career Project Engineer the opportunity to support a wide range of commercial construction projects, including hospitals and medical facilities, medical office buildings, zoo projects, and museums throughout the Denver metro area. You will contribute to both ground-up construction and tenant improvement work, typically ranging from approximately $100,000 to $25 million in project value. The position is ideal for a graduate or a professional with up to two years of experience who is eager to learn, grow, and take on diverse responsibilities within a collaborative general contracting environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, coordination, and execution of commercial construction projects, including hospitals, medical office buildings, zoo facilities, museums, and tenant improvements.
• Assist in managing project engineering activities for new construction projects ranging from approximately $10 million to $25 million, as well as smaller tenant improvement projects starting around $100,000.
• Interpret, write, and process construction documents, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with project requirements and specifications.
• Coordinate with subcontractors to support scheduling, sequencing of work, and resolution of field issues, promoting effective communication and collaboration on site.
• Participate in quality control efforts by helping to monitor work in the field and verifying that construction meets plans, specifications, and company standards.
• Assist with project closeout procedures, including documentation, punch lists, and coordination with owners, design teams, and subcontractors to ensure a smooth turnover.
• Work closely with project teams to address challenges proactively, contribute to problem-solving discussions, and help maintain a no finger-pointing, team-first culture.
• Represent the company professionally with owners, clients, and trade partners by communicating clearly, following through on commitments, and building strong relationships.
• Adapt to changing priorities and project needs, stepping in to support various tasks as required in a smaller, team-oriented organization.
• Maintain a consistent presence on project sites in the Denver metro area, supporting field and office activities as needed.

Essential Skills

• 0–2 years of experience in construction or project engineering, ideally in commercial construction.
• Bachelor's degree in construction management or a related field.
• Foundational understanding of construction management principles and project engineering processes.
• Ability to interpret, write, and process construction documents accurately.
• Experience or familiarity with subcontractor coordination on construction projects.
• Knowledge of basic quality control practices in a construction environment.
• Understanding of project closeout procedures and documentation requirements.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Ability to represent the company professionally and uphold strong relationships with owners and customers.
• Comfort working on active project sites and managing multiple responsibilities in a dynamic environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Commercial construction experience, particularly in healthcare, medical office, zoo, or museum projects, is highly desirable.
• High character and integrity, with a commitment to honesty, trust, and follow-through.
• Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to support colleagues and avoid blame-focused behavior.
• Ability to adapt to change and wear many hats in a smaller, collaborative organization.
• Strong relationship-building skills with a focus on delivering a great product rather than simply pursuing low bids.
• Professional demeanor and comfort working directly with clients and subcontractors.
• Interest in growing within a company that emphasizes long-term relationships, respect, and collaboration.
• Motivation to contribute to a backlog of work extending several years and to build a long-term career with the organization.
• Appreciation for a culture that values both serious, high-quality work and a…