Project Engineer – Mechanical Construction

Location: Tarrytown, NY

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Industry: Mechanical Construction (HVAC, Plumbing, Piping)

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated Project Engineer to support active mechanical construction projects across the Westchester region. This role works closely with Project Managers, Project Engineers, Foremen, and field teams to ensure smooth project execution from preconstruction through closeout.

The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple responsibilities including documentation, scheduling support, material tracking, and coordination with vendors and subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities

Project Documentation & Controls

• Perform material takeoffs, prepare change orders, and track time & material tickets
• Manage submittals, RFIs, and document logs to ensure timely routing and follow‑up
• Order materials, obtain vendor quotes, and track deliveries and procurement status
• Maintain accurate cost logs and assist with project cost tracking

Scheduling & Coordination

• Support project scheduling and coordinate daily/weekly activities with the foreman
• Attend project meetings and participate in BIM coordination sessions
• Track submittals, RFIs, change orders, and project milestones
• Assist with on‑site management to ensure project progress aligns with deadlines

Field & Office Support

• Assist with construction supervision tasks as needed
• Ensure project plans, drawings, and revisions are properly distributed to field teams
• Support the preparation of owner billings and project‑related accounting items

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of experience as a Project Engineer, Project Coordinator, or Assistant Project Manager
• Experience in mechanical construction (HVAC, plumbing, piping, or industrial systems) strongly preferred
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Familiarity with construction documents, RFIs, submittals, and industry best practices
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving abilities

Why This Opportunity

• Work with a respected NYC mechanical contractor on high‑visibility projects
• Gain exposure to BIM coordination, project controls, and field operations
• Growth path toward Project Manager or Senior Project Engineer
• Collaborative team environment with strong mentorship

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tarrytown, NY.

The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $85000.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Tarrytown,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on May 1, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $65,000 - $85,000