Project Engineer

McGough
United States, Montana, Helena
Oct 03, 2025
McGough is a respected partner that brings six generations of experience to high profile, unique and complex construction projects. We take great pride in our people and their extraordinary expertise in planning, development, construction and facility management. McGough employee tenure reflects the commitment and pride we share in our work. Ask anyone who knows us - the caliber of our people sets us apart. PROJECT ENGINEER The Project Engineer position is an entry-level position in the project management career path. Responsibilities including: assisting in project management tasks as assigned by project management team and development of skills and progressively take on more responsibilities. Qualifications: Required: Four-year degree in Construction Management or related degree Some Internship, education or field experience Preferred: Estimating and field experience Scheduling experience Bilingual with the ability to communicate in both Spanish and English Skills: Strong collaboration and communication skills Thorough and detail-oriented Ability to prioritize and multi-task within time constraints Self-starter and motivated with minimal supervision Strong computer skills, including Excel Good verbal and written communication skills and computer skills. Office and Travel: Regular travel to jobsites is necessary Responsibilities and Tasks: Pursuit, Preconstruction and Business Development Assist pursuit team in understanding prospective projects and requirements Participate in QA/AC page turn sessions McGough Self-Performed Work Understand self-perform capabilities Understand warehouse equipment, rentals, small tools and services Estimating and Bidding Perform quantity take-offs Assist project team in soliciting and reviewing subcontractor bids Assist in performing trade scope reviews Scheduling Assist superintendent and project manager with Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling Learn and understand Last Planner system Participate in daily/weekly work planning Project Documentation Review all drawings and specifications Upload/Download electronic documents and create shortcuts Draft and process Requests for Information (RFI) Review and process shop drawings/submittals Participate in BIM coordination meetings Assist in obtaining any LEED documentation Subcontract Management Assist project team in reviewing and processing subcontractor change requests Assist project team in reviewing subcontractor invoices Cost Control Understand change document types and appropriate uses (CCDs, PRs, ASIs, etc.) Assist superintendent in tracking labor costs Assist superintendent with material procurement and cost coding Collect and report cost history data as directed Project Meetings Attend all project and company safety meetings Attend foreman's meetings and draft meeting minutes Attend construction coordination meetings and draft meeting minutes Participate in start-up meetings Participate in PACE meetings Post-Construction Participate in punchlist process and monitor progress Assist superintendent and project manager in preparing final as-built plans and documentation Other Responsibilities Participate in company business development activities (client functions, design firm open houses, conferences, etc.) Establish relationships with clients, architects, engineers, consultants and subcontractors Attend and participate in project management and other company meetings Attend any training - personal and/or professional development - that is relevant to the position Attend company-sponsored events Support and follow standard of work Participate in Lean events and support the McGough Way Other responsibilities as assigned Physical Requirements: The physical requirements listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Position involves sitting for extended periods of time at employee's workstation and during meetings as well as while traveling, either by plane or car. Employee needs to be able to lift to 20 pounds as frequently as needed to move objects; dexterity to write and manipulate computer keyboard and mouse; ability to hear and speak clearly; and ability to distinguish between colors on graphs and charts. Occasionally, employee will be required to visit construction jobsites which may expose the employee to dirt, dust, uneven surfaces, outdoor weather conditions and extreme temperatures.