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Project Engineer
Burlington, IAApril 1st, 2026
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
CORE RESPONSIBLITIES:
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
Actively contribute as a member of the North Dakota Regional Team, collaborating to support shared goals and objectives
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
OFFICE AND TRAVEL:
Regular travel to jobsites is necessary
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 work station and during meetings as well as while traveling, either by plane or car. Employee needs to be able to lift up 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.
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