Assistant Project Manager

Mechanical Project Engineer

Location:

Winchester, VA

Industry: Industrial Construction | Power Generation | Manufacturing

Type:
Full-Time

Launch Your Engineering Career with Projects That Power Industry

Are you an early-career Mechanical Engineer looking to gain hands-on project experience while working on complex industrial systems? Join a growing mechanical contractor specializing in the installation, maintenance, and service of critical power and process systems supporting leading manufacturing and power generation facilities.

As a Mechanical Project Engineer, you'll work alongside experienced project managers and operations leaders, gaining exposure to every phase of project execution-from estimating and procurement to field operations and client coordination. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated engineer who wants to develop both technical and project management skills while contributing to high-impact industrial projects.

What You'll Do

As a key member of the project team, you'll help ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and successfully while exceeding client expectations.

Project Coordination & Execution

+ Partner with Project Managers and Operations leadership to support ongoing and upcoming mechanical construction projects.

+ Coordinate project activities between field teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients to maintain progress and schedules.

+ Help ensure projects are completed safely, on budget, on schedule, and in accordance with company and client standards.

+ Participate in project planning, scheduling, and execution activities from kickoff through closeout.

Procurement & Material Management

+ Assist with project buyout activities and procurement of equipment and materials.

+ Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors to expedite deliveries and maintain project schedules.

+ Verify purchased materials comply with project specifications, codes, and customer requirements.

+ Track material status and proactively identify potential supply chain impacts.

Technical Support

+ Review project plans, specifications, process flow diagrams, piping isometrics, and construction drawings.

+ Interpret design intent and support field teams with technical questions and project documentation.

+ Manage RFIs and ensure project teams are working from the most current drawings and specifications.

+ Assist in resolving project challenges through effective coordination with engineering, construction, and client teams.

Cost Control & Project Administration

+ Support budget tracking and project cost management within company systems.

+ Assist with monthly owner and subcontractor payment applications.

+ Maintain accurate records of submittals, approvals, change orders, and project documentation.

+ Monitor project performance and help identify opportunities for improved efficiency and cost savings.

Estimating & Business Development Support

+ Assist in preparing estimates for new project opportunities.

+ Perform material takeoffs and labor calculations.

+ Solicit vendor and subcontractor pricing.

+ Support proposal development and project planning efforts.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

+ Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.

+ Internship or early-career engineering experience in construction, manufacturing, industrial, or mechanical systems environments.

+ Approximately 1 year of construction experience, preferably with a mechanical contractor, industrial contractor, or general contractor.

+ Ability to read and interpret:

+ Mechanical drawings

+ Piping isometrics

+ Process and flow diagrams

+ Construction plans and specifications

+ Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

+ A self-starter mindset with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Field experience supporting industrial construction projects.

+ Exposure to power generation, manufacturing, process systems, or chemical facilities.

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Experience with estimating, scheduling, or project controls.

+ Knowledge of change order management and engineering change processes.

+ Interest in developing a long-term career in construction project…