Construction Project Engineer

Project Engineer - New West Building Company

Reports To: Division VP, VP of Construction, or Managing Partner

Job Type: Full-time, salaried

Work location: On Site - Teton Region (Jackson, WY; Teton Valley, ID)

New West Building Company builds high-quality residential and commercial projects with a focus on craftsmanship, safety, and teamwork. We’re looking for a skilled Project Engineer to join our team.

About the Role

NWBC is hiring a Construction Project Engineer to support construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. In this role, you’ll help keep projects organized and moving by managing documentation, coordinating with subcontractors and stakeholders, supporting schedules, and reinforcing quality and safety standards—both in the office and on active jobsites.

Key Responsibilities

• Support multiple projects at various stages (precon closeout)
• Maintain accurate project documentation and records (drawings, revisions, logs)
• Coordinate OAC meetings (agendas, minutes, action items)
• Prepare project status updates and reports
• Manage RFIs (draft/upload/track/distribute)
• Process and track submittals for compliance with project requirements
• Assist with project schedules and short-term lookaheads
• Support preconstruction (takeoffs, scope support, subcontractor outreach, bid leveling)
• Track material deliveries and verify against approved submittals
• Perform on-site QA/QC and safety inspections; reinforce clean/organized jobsites
• Support closeout documentation and punch list completion

Required Qualifications

• Construction industry experience (internship or professional experience acceptable)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience or familiarity with Procore and Bluebeam
• Basic understanding of construction processes, building codes, and industry standards
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and communication skills
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to jobsites as needed
• Ability to navigate active jobsites and lift/carry up to 50 lbs

Preferred Qualifications

• 1–2 years of construction industry experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
• Advanced proficiency with Procore
• OSHA 10-hour Construction Safety certification

You’ll do well in this role if you are:

• Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities at once
• Detail-driven with a strong commitment to accuracy and follow-through
• Comfortable communicating with owners, architects, subs, and internal teams
• A critical thinker who can solve problems in a fast-paced environment
• Tech-savvy and eager to use tools like Procore, Bluebeam, Excel, and Planera
• Comfortable splitting time between office work and active jobsite visits
• Safety- and quality-minded in everything you do

What’s in it for you

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Supplemental insurance policies
• Unlimited PTO
• Paid parental leave
• Ski pass discount program
• Access to trade industry discounts and more!
• A key role on the project team with exposure to the full project lifecycle
• Growth potential within a high-performing construction team

Please note:

Compensation: The pay rate listed reflects the maximum for this role. Actual starting pay will be based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Work location: This job is on-site. Please apply only if you can work in those locations. Additional locations shown by the job site are used for recruiting visibility only and do not indicate alternate work locations.

Equal Employment Opportunity, Reasonable Accommodation & Drug-Free Workplace

New West Building Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to any protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process. We maintain a Drug-Free Workplace in accordance with applicable laws.