The Project Engineer I plays an essential role in supporting the Project Manager and project team during all phases of construction. This entry-level position assists in coordinating documentation, communication, and field operations to ensure that projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. The Project Engineer I works collaboratively with subcontractors, vendors, design teams, and owners to facilitate effective project execution and maintain the highest quality standards.
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Assist the Project Manager and Superintendent in daily project management and coordination activities.
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Prepare, process, and track Requests for Information (RFIs), submittals, and related correspondence.
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Maintain accurate project documentation, including meeting minutes, daily reports, and logs.
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Attend project meetings and assist in recording and distributing minutes and action items.
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Support the development and maintenance of project schedules and budgets.
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Perform site observations and assist in preparing field reports.
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Help ensure that project plans, specifications, and quality standards are followed.
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Communicate effectively with subcontractors, suppliers, and design professionals.
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Assist with closeout documentation, including punch lists, O&M manuals, and asbuilt drawings.
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Support safety initiatives and ensure compliance with company and project safety programs.
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Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred.
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02 years of relevant construction experience (internship or coop experience a plus).
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and construction management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam).
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Detailoriented with strong organizational and time management skills.
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Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and adapt to changing priorities.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
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Frequently required to stand, walk, climb, and sit for extended periods.
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Ability to visit and work on active construction sites, which may include exposure to noise, dust, and varying weather conditions.
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Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally.
Metcon is a Native American-owned business (Lumbee) founded in 1999 in Pembroke, North Carolina. Metcon, which stands for (Metal and Construction), was conceived as a General Contractor specializing in panelized metal studs and truss. As a young company, Metcon worked primarily on housing and related panelized projects throughout North Carolina. The firm quickly transitioned into a full-service commercial general contracting operation still incorporating metal-framed systems whenever possible. The UNC system higher education bonds of the 2000’s was a catalyst to Metcon’s growth as a primary contractor for the UNC-Pembroke campus. Expanding their focus in Education, the company quickly became a leader, in not only University construction, but also K-12 facilities across the Carolinas. Metcon remains headquartered in Pembroke, North Carolina, with offices in Raleigh, Charlotte, Fayetteville, North Carolina and Columbia, & Myrtle Beach South Carolina.
