The Project Engineer supports commercial and industrial HVAC and plumbing construction projects from preconstruction through closeout in the Kansas City metro. This role works with project managers, superintendents, and field crews to coordinate submittals, equipment procurement, and on-site installation for a design-build mechanical contractor. Projects include office, healthcare, education, and industrial builds, and the work must meet design intent, code, and schedule.
What We Offer
Base salary of $80,000 to $85,000, based on experience
Full-time, direct-hire position
Employer-paid insurance
401(k) company match
On-site role in the Kansas City metro with minimal travel
Diverse commercial and industrial HVAC and plumbing project portfolio with in-house prefabrication
Career path toward HVAC Project Manager and senior mechanical roles
Key Responsibilities - Project Engineer
Support HVAC and plumbing project planning, scheduling, and cost tracking. Maintain logs, as-builts, and O&M documentation through closeout.
Review mechanical drawings, submittals, and shop drawings against design specs and applicable codes.
Coordinate RFIs, change orders, and field documentation with superintendents, subcontractors, and vendors.
Track procurement and delivery of AHUs, RTUs, VAVs, chillers, boilers, and ancillary mechanical equipment.
Support testing and balancing (TAB), commissioning, and punch list completion to verify system performance.
Qualifications - Project Engineer
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field
1-5 years of experience in HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, or MEP construction
Working knowledge of commercial HVAC and plumbing systems, blueprints, and specifications
Proficiency with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Revit, Procore, or comparable construction software
Strong coordination, written communication, and organizational skills