Project Engineer

Kauai Mechanical Inc., a local mechanical contractor, is looking for a hard-working and motivated individual to join their team as a Project Engineer in their Installations Department.

The Project Engineer works under the Installations Department Manager and manages the technical and logistical aspects of mechanical projects from start to finish, bridging management and technical execution by planning, budgeting, scheduling, coordinating teams, ensuring quality, managing risks, and reporting progress to key stakeholders while ensuring projects meet specifications, deadlines, and budget constraints. This role involves coordinating, monitoring, and improving the daily functions of the installations department while making sure projects are delivered accurately, on time, and within budget.

Job Functions

• Act as liaison between Estimator, Department Manager, and Installations Foreman.
• Assist Estimator in reviewing plans and specifications for accurate bidding.
• Process job number requests, contracts, purchase orders, and change orders.
• Manage project documentation, materials, status monitoring, billing, and invoicing.
• Update RFI and submittal logs.
• Prepare submittals and close-out documents.
• Assist in the creation of submittal packages, as-builts, and close-out document packages.
• Create and assemble job files for handoff to team members.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation, plans, and reports.
• Work with team to create work schedules, assign tasks, manage personnel, materials, and equipment.
• Develop project plans, work schedules, and budgets.
• Work with Foreman to ensure technical accuracy of projects, review deliverables, monitor project progress, and implement quality control.
• Coordinate with clients, project managers, and other stakeholders to ensure project goals are met.
• Maintain and enhance ongoing relationships with customers and contractors.
• Ensure deliverables meet company standards and customer expectations.
• Prepare and distribute proposals and general correspondence.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.