Site Engineer/Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager / Onsite Engineer

Position Summary

The Project Manager / Onsite Engineer is responsible for the full lifecycle delivery of projects - from estimation and planning through execution and closeout. This role combines strategic project leadership with hands-on site oversight to ensure all work is delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This position requires strong leadership, technical expertise, communication skills, and an unwavering commitment to safety, teamwork, and customer satisfaction. The role serves as the primary liaison between operations management, field teams, vendors, and customers.

Core Expectations

• Absolute commitment to personal and team safety, with active participation in company safety programs, meetings, and toolbox talks.
• Advanced teamwork and coordination skills, ensuring seamless communication across internal teams and trades.
• Complete dedication to project execution and customer delivery commitments.
• Strong sense of accountability to the organization and its customers.
• Availability to respond to urgent project matters outside standard working hours when required (infrequent but expected as part of leadership responsibility).
• Proactive communication with Operations Manager and leadership regarding progress and challenges.

Key Responsibilities

1. Safety & Compliance
   • Promote and enforce company safety standards and regulatory compliance.
   • Participate in and lead safety meetings and toolbox talks.
   • Ensure all site personnel adhere to established safety procedures.
2. Estimation & Pre-Construction
   • Prepare detailed project estimates and bids.
   • Coordinate with vendors and suppliers for pricing and procurement.
   • Determine manpower, equipment rental needs, and overall resource allocation.
   • Review and work with NFC (Not for Construction) and IFC (Issued for Construction) drawings.
   • Design components for smaller projects where required.
3. Project Planning & Coordination
   • Develop project schedules, Gantt charts, and milestone tracking.
   • Plan and coordinate materials procurement and delivery.
   • Organize trades and align with shop production schedules for manufactured components.
   • Ensure proper job planning and resource distribution before project kickoff.
4. Project Execution & Site Oversight
   • Oversee supervisors, trades, subcontractors, and field personnel.
   • Ensure work is executed in accordance with drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
   • Maintain clear communication with onsite teams and ensure everyone is informed of project status and expectations.
   • Ensure continuity of leadership by coordinating backup coverage when unavailable.
   • Deliver projects as promised to customers without compromise to quality or safety.
5. Budget & Cost Control
   • Manage project budgets and cost tracking.
   • Monitor expenditures and ensure cost efficiency.
   • Prepare and submit weekly progress and financial reports.
   • Report project status and performance to the Operations Manager.
6. Communication & Reporting
   • Conduct weekly progress meetings or submit reports to the Operations Manager (when not working jointly onsite).
   • Maintain strong communication with internal teams, vendors, and customers.
   • Escalate risks, delays, or issues proactively.
   • Ensure smooth coordination between office operations and field execution.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong technical knowledge of construction/engineering processes.
• Proven experience in project estimation and budget management.
• Ability to interpret and work from technical drawings (NFC & IFC).
• Strong leadership and team coordination skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• High level of accountability, initiative, and problem-solving capability.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.