About the Role
As a Project Engineer at Brookes and Henderson, you will play a critical role in the early-stage development, documentation, and coordination of residential and commercial projects. Working closely with the Project Manager, Superintendent, Estimator, and Development team, you’ll be responsible for maintaining accurate records, managing documents, facilitating vendor accountability, and ensuring the smooth flow of information across all project phases.
This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, organized, and motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment. From procurement and permitting to submittals and final punch lists, you’ll ensure the project is properly supported, tracked, and documented from day one to handoff.
Responsibilities
Lead, Manage, and Hold Accountable (LMA)
Leadership: Encourage and support team members and trades to keep projects moving forward positively.
Management: Prioritize tasks, stay organized, delegate effectively, solve problems, and apply conceptual thinking.
Accountability: Hold vendors, team members, and project stakeholders accountable to the processes and project expectations.
Assist in Project Development & Estimating
Support the Project Development (PD) team in early-stage activities.
Assist with material procurement planning and submittal development.
Attend PD meetings to stay aligned on project status and next steps.
Collaborate with the Estimator to create and execute precommitments.
Help prepare Commitments with the Estimator, Billing Specialist, and PM.
Permitting & Project Setup
Work with the PD team to acquire permits, set up jobsite trailers, and establish utilities like power and internet.
Procore Proficiency
Submittals: Draft submittals as directed by PMs and PD team.
Specifications Upload: Organize and upload documentation and schedules appropriately.
Document Management: Maintain all project-related documents in Procore (e.g., drawings, test reports, specs, schedules).
RFIs: Prepare RFIs in collaboration with the Superintendent and PM.
Change Events & Commitments: Help draft, review, and manage change events and commitments. Participate in draw reviews.
Selection Sheet Ownership
Create and manage the Selection Sheet in Smartsheet.
Distribute selections to trades and update regularly as needed.
Vendor Quotes & Change Orders
Follow up on and organize vendor quotes for Change Events.
Assist in analyzing and documenting changes for budget tracking and comparison.
House Manual
Develop and maintain the House Manual throughout the project lifecycle.
Use the Selection Sheet to ensure all information is up to date for client handoff and service team transition.
Materials Procurement
Responsible for ordering long-lead-time materials driven by selections and submittals.
Track deliveries, check inventory, label items, and coordinate jobsite delivery.
Vendor Accountability
Help ensure vendors deliver on time, accurately, and with proper documentation.
Support the PM in reviewing invoices, identifying discrepancies, and ensuring timely submissions.
Drawings Management
Maintain up-to-date digital and physical drawing sets.
Upload new revisions to Procore and ensure jobsite drawings are accurate and current.
Daily Log Maintenance
Maintain comprehensive daily logs of inspections, jobsite updates, and any notable issues.
Document trade-specific and project-wide developments as needed.
Project Closeout Procedures
Support the PM and Superintendent during project closeout.
Participate in punch list creation and execution.
Follow internal closeout procedures to ensure a smooth and professional project handoff.
Why Work With Us
At Brookes and Henderson, our Project Engineers are at the core of successful project execution. You’ll gain experience across all phases of construction and collaborate with some of the best in the business—PMs, Superintendents, Estimators, and Designers. We offer a supportive environment that values proactive communication, precise documentation, and a passion for craftsmanship.
Whether you’re early in your career or growing into a leadership role, this position offers a pathway to growth, learning, and impact. If you’re ready to take ownership of critical processes and elevate your construction career, we’d love to work with you.
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