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Project Engineer

Embark Recruiting Solutions
Columbus, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/15/2026

Our client is a leading commercial construction company based in Columbus, OH. They are actively hiring Project Engineer II’s. These are direct hire / full time positions. 

 Position Summary: 

Project Engineer personnel are responsible for contributing to the overall safety, direction, completion, and financial outcome of construction projects from initial budget through project closeout. 

 

Project Engineer personnel are expected to work with people in all levels of Project Management and Field Supervision to establish operational priorities and ensure a quality project. 

 

                 Major Responsibilities:

 

Project Management

  • Ensure customer satisfaction by identifying and exceeding client needs with the support and direction from a Project Executive or Senior Manager.
  • Estimate, value engineer and develop project Budgets with the support and direction from a Project Executive.
  • Facilitate the subcontractor bid process to include processing, distribution and tracking of all project bidding documentation.
  • Ability to utilize software programs and templates to process, distribute and track all project documentation.
  • Perform following duties with support and direction from a Project Executive 
    • Negotiate subcontractor and material buyout; develop and negotiate subcontracts.
    • Plan and schedule projects.
    • Manage jobs in progress including subcontractor coordination, conflict resolution, documentation and ensuring quality and safety on every job.
    • Manage project costs through the ongoing evaluation of labor, material and equipment; continue to forecast and analyze construction costs, exposures and profits through project completion. 
    • Perform project closeout.

    

 Leadership

  • Provide leadership through building relationships, motivating others, providing clear direction, and cooperative teamwork. 
  • Communicate effectively; both written and verbal with support and direction from a Project Executive or other Senior Management. 

 

Business Development

  • Interact with clients and potential clients to identify and pursue potential work.
  • Prepare and participate in client presentations and project interviews; negotiate and secure new business under direct and close supervision.

 

Position Qualifications:

  • B.S. in Construction Engineering or related field
  • 3-5 years of experience in construction field
  • Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Detail oriented

 

 

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