Project Engineer – Construction

Location: Las Vegas, NV

Industry: Real Estate Development / Multifamily Construction

About the Opportunity

Our client is an established real estate developer, owner, and operator seeking a detail-oriented Project Engineer to support its construction team. This role offers hands-on experience with multifamily projects and the opportunity to help keep construction activities organized, coordinated, and moving forward.

Position Overview

The Project Engineer will work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, and design teams throughout the construction process. Responsibilities include project documentation, subcontractor coordination, procurement, scheduling support, and cost tracking across all phases of construction.

The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and comfortable balancing office responsibilities with time in the field.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers and Superintendents with day-to-day project coordination and administration.
• Prepare, track, and distribute RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and other project documents.
• Review plans and specifications to identify missing information, potential conflicts, and items requiring clarification.
• Maintain current drawings, project logs, meeting minutes, and document records.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, architects, and engineers to obtain information and resolve outstanding items.
• Assist with subcontract and purchase order preparation, scope reviews, and change order documentation.
• Track material procurement, lead times, and deliveries to support project schedules.
• Assist with quantity takeoffs, pricing requests, budget updates, and job-cost tracking.
• Participate in project meetings and site walks, document progress, and follow up on action items.
• Support quality control, inspections, punch lists, and project closeout.
• Collect warranties, operation and maintenance manuals, as-built drawings, and other turnover documents.
• Communicate project issues promptly and help maintain safety, quality, schedule, and budget expectations.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Project Engineer, Project Coordinator, Assistant Project Manager, or in a related construction role.
• Multifamily or residential construction experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent practical experience considered.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with RFIs, submittals, change orders, subcontractor coordination, and construction schedules.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively with field teams, subcontractors, and project leadership.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; experience with construction management software preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, follow through on outstanding items, and take initiative.

Why Join the Team?

• Gain experience with a real estate organization involved throughout the project lifecycle.
• Work closely with experienced construction professionals on multifamily projects.
• Build a foundation for continued growth in construction project management.
• Contribute to residential communities in the Las Vegas market.