What are the responsibilities and job description for the PROJECT ENGINEER position at Deacon?
Deacon Construction is seeking a motivated Project Engineer to support our project teams across the West Coast. If you thrive on organization, love solving real‑time construction challenges, and want a clear path to Project Manager and beyond, we’d love to talk.
Why Join Deacon Construction?
- People‑first culture: Your growth matters. Most of our long-term employees have risen through the PE path to PM, Superintendent, and Executive roles.
- Meaningful work: A wide mix of projects that shape communities—from neighborhood grocery stores to full‑service hotels and senior‑living campuses.
- Stability & growth: Privately held, financially strong, and expanding across the West Coast.
- Community & connection: Volunteer events, summer picnics, jobsite BBQs, and a safety culture that puts people first.
About the Role
As a Project Engineer, you’ll be the hub that keeps the project team moving—handling documentation, cost tracking, scheduling support, and on‑site coordination. Success means juggling multiple tasks, keeping meticulous records, and thriving under tight deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist Superintendents and Project Managers in day‑to‑day site management to ensure schedule and quality goals are met.
- Manage the RFI and submittal process from creation through close‑out.
- Process owner billings, track job‑cost codes, and resolve project‑related accounting items.
- Maintain daily logs, progress photos, material procurement logs, change orders, and close‑out documents.
- Help create and update project schedules (MS Project preferred).
- Coordinate subcontractor insurance, bonds, and compliance paperwork.
- Support project safety by attending daily huddles and documenting inspections.
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or equivalent practical experience.
- Ability to read plans, specs, and shop drawings; strong understanding of construction means & methods.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- Organized, detail‑oriented, and able to prioritize in a fast‑paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; working knowledge of Procore, Prolog, and MS Project is a plus.
Preferred
- Internship or 1–3 years of experience on commercial construction projects.
- Familiarity with job‑cost accounting and document‑control software.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Tuition reimbursement and paid certifications.
- Paid time off, holidays, and fun company events.
- A clear career ladder from Project Engineer to Project Manager and beyond.
Ready to launch a long‑term career in commercial construction? Apply today and build something great with Deacon!