Traveling Project Engineer

Summary

Novak Construction is a nationally recognized general contractor and construction management firm delivering commercial construction projects across the country. The Traveling Project Engineer supports projects from preconstruction through closeout by coordinating project teams, managing documentation and costs, and helping ensure safe, timely, and high-quality project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret contracts, drawings, specifications, and project requirements
• Support project planning, budgeting, estimating, procurement, and scheduling activities
• Coordinate communication between project teams, owners, architects, consultants, and subcontractors
• Manage RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, and project documentation
• Review documents for constructability, quality, and compliance concerns
• Assist with subcontractor buyout, procurement, and vendor coordination
• Track project costs, budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting
• Track project progress with photos and maintain documentation
• Administer and process subcontractor change orders
• Schedule and participate in project meetings
• Maintain accurate project records and document control
• Monitor project progress and help resolve issues impacting scope, schedule, or budget
• Support project closeout activities, including final documentation, warranties, and turnover requirements
• Promote compliance with company safety, quality, and ethical standards

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent construction experience
• Experience with RFIs, submittals, document control, and construction administration processes
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction management software
• Strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Willingness and ability to travel and work onsite anywhere in the country

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent construction experience
• Experience with RFIs, submittals, document control, and construction administration processes
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction management software
• Strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Willingness and ability to travel and work onsite anywhere in the country

Benefits

• Employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Phone allowance
• Per diem based on local GSA rates
• Company-paid travel home every other weekend