Since 1979, T.J. Nisbet Construction, Inc. has been a trusted leader in commercial construction, specializing in restaurants, tenant improvements, and large-scale ground-up projects. We have built a solid reputation for delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget consistently. Our professional staff are experts in what they do, and we are looking to add strong talent to our team.
We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Junior Project Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will support the planning, coordination, and execution of diverse commercial construction projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. To be considered, candidates must possess commercial experience, as residential experience alone does not meet the requirements for this role.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist with on-site management to ensure project success
Ensure project plans progress to meet anticipated deadlines
Send project “notice to proceed” awards to all of the subs
Manage the RFI (Request for Information) and submittal process
Conduct site visits to monitor progress, ensure compliance with design specifications, and resolve technical issues
Oversight of superintends daily logs (including safety logs), reports, submittals, sub lists, subcontracts, schedules, change orders, material procurement, logistics, as-builts, and closeout procedures
Strong focus on assigned work, ability to drive work forward, and do what it takes to ensure overall business success
Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies under the guidance of senior team members
Position Requirements:
A combination of education and experience in a relevant field (e.g., technical or trade school in Construction Management, or equivalent practical experience)
Minimum of 2 years of experience in construction or engineering
Strong understanding of plans and schematics
Practical written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong organizational and time management skills
Willingness to travel to project sites as needed
Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy
Previous experience in commercial construction projects
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook; working knowledge of Procore and BuildingConnected is a plus
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of job responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may be changed
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Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive pay based on experience between $65,000 to $80,000
Great benefits package, which includes paid time off, holiday pay, retirement plan match, medical, dental, vision insurance, and more
