Project Engineer in Charlottesville, Virginia at Jamerson-Lewis Construction

The Project Engineer assists the Superintendent and Project Manager with the planning, coordination, and execution of commercial construction projects. This position will be located at a Jamerson-Lewis project site.

• Supports the Project Manager and Superintendent in managing project schedules, budgets, quality control, and safety compliance across assigned construction projects.

• Assists in the preparation, review, and tracking of submittals, RFIs, change orders, meeting minutes, and project correspondence.

• Coordinates with subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel to ensure timely delivery of materials and information needed to maintain project schedules.

• Maintains a thorough understanding of contract documents, drawings, and specifications to support successful project execution.

• Assists in managing document control processes and ensures all project records are current, accurate, and organized.

• Participates in owner, subcontractor, and project team meetings; prepares and distributes meeting minutes and action items.

• Supports the development and maintenance of project schedules using appropriate scheduling tools.

• Contributes to a collaborative team culture by assisting field staff and project leadership as needed.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Building Science, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, or equivalent experience.

• 0–3 years of experience in commercial construction or a related field; internship experience welcomed.

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.

• Must be able to work in a demanding growth environment and demonstrate a commitment to quality and performance on all projects.

• Proficiency in MS Office, specifically Excel and Word. Viewpoint Vista and ProjectSight experience desired.

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities.

• Valid Driver’s License required.

Working Conditions:

Construction setting, full time. Must have the ability to crawl, climb, walk, reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, crouch, stand for longs periods of time, lift and hold more than 50lbs, talk, hear, and occasionally sit. Must have the ability to withstand confined spaces and or/extreme heights while negotiating tasks at hand in a safe manner to themselves and/or others. Subject to hot, cold, humid, and wet conditions depending on location.