Project Engineer, Civil Engineering

Holt Brothers Construction is an award-winning, Carolina-based, full-service construction firm focused on delivering thoughtful, high-quality projects with an emphasis on client service, community engagement, and teamwork. Founded by former NFL players Terrence and Torry Holt, the company brings a competitive spirit and collaborative mindset to every job, building spaces that make a lasting impact.

POSITION TITLE: Project Engineer

REPORTS TO: Director of Operations

DEPARTMENT: Operations

TYPE: Full time, Exempt

The Project Engineer supports the Project Manager and field staff in the planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects. This role assists with project documentation, scheduling, procurement, cost tracking, subcontractor coordination, and quality control to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget, and in accordance with contract documents.

The Project Engineer works both in the office and on construction sites and plays a key role in communication between project stakeholders including clients, subcontractors, architects, and field personnel.

• Assist the Project Manager with daily project administration and coordination
• Maintain project documentation including contracts, drawings, RFIs, submittals, and change orders
• Review construction drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with project requirements
• Coordinate with team members, subcontractors, suppliers, and field teams to support project progress
• Track all project schedules and the materials coming to site in support of the project and assist in schedule updates

• Manage trade contracts and contract deliverables from contract award through closeout
• Review, write and track Requests for Information (RFIs) and collaborate with the design team
• Review shop drawings and submittals before issuing to the design team
• Manage submittal logs and approvals
• Maintain current project drawings and revisions
• Distribute project documentation to internal teams and subcontractors

• Assist with bid package preparation and subcontractor solicitation
• Manage and track cost for scope changes, purchase orders, material deliveries, and subcontractor agreements
• Support cost control and change order documentation
  
  Review monthly pay applications

• Coordinate with the field supervision team on the project site
• Responsible for managing different components of projects (i.e. doors, frames and hardware, landscaping, furniture, millwork, specialties, etc.)
• Conduct regular job site visits to monitor progress and quality of work
• Assist with site logistics planning and coordination
• Participate in safety meetings and ensure adherence to safety protocols
• Support field staff with layout coordination, inspections, and issue resolution
• Document construction progress with reports and photographs

• Serve as a liaison between the office, field teams, subcontractors, and clients
• Participate in project meetings including coordination meetings and progress meetings
• Attend meetings to coordinate with Trade Partners
• Provide updates to project stakeholders as requested by Project Manager or department leaders

• Associate’s degree in construction management, engineering technology, or related field, or equivalent professional training and 5 - 7 years of experience in construction project coordination, field engineering, project administration or similar field or Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, architecture, or a related field and 0 - 5 years of experience supporting construction projects in a Project Engineer, Assistant Project Manager or similar role

• Completion of OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Training or willingness to obtain within 6 months of employment
• Willingness to comply with company and OSHA safety requirements
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) including hard hat, safety vest, safety glasses, gloves, steel toe boots, and other specialized equipment as jobs require
• Current…