Project Engineer/Field Engineer (2026 Graduate)

SATTERFIELD & PONTIKES CONSTRUCTION, Inc.2 months ago
Houston, TX, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Overview

Schedule: Full time work December 2025-2026. Project Engineer I is an early-career role focused on supporting project execution through documentation, coordination, and quality assurance. Working under the guidance of senior project team members, this role assists with schedule updates, submittal tracking, material verification, and field purchasing. It is designed to build foundational knowledge of construction workflows, contract documents, and project controls while contributing to the successful delivery of assigned scopes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with monthly CPM schedule updates and narratives.
  • Review and process submittals to support schedule alignment and contract compliance.
  • Maintain accurate and current submittal logs, including approvals and re-submittals.
  • Expedite material deliveries in coordination with subcontractors and vendors.
  • Confirm material inspections for quantity, quality, and conformance with approved submittals.
  • Participate in the RFI process and ensure drawing sets are current and properly posted.
  • Participate in subcontractor preconstruction meetings.
  • Engage in safety planning and actively participate in the SOS Program.
  • Support the S&P Quality Control Program.
  • Assist with cost control by managing specific budgets as assigned.
  • Accumulate data for monthly owner and subcontractor pay applications.
  • Support field-initiated purchasing and production analysis studies.
  • Assist with project closeout activities in accordance with contract documents and company policy.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

  • Education: B.A. or B.S. in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or equivalent experience

Preferred Qualifications

  • Qualifications: Previous construction experience and/or applicable internships preferred

Required Skills

Safety planning
Submittal tracking
CPM schedule management
Cost control
Coordination
Material verification
Documentation
Project communication
Field purchasing
Quality assurance