Job Title: Project Engineer

Job Description

A Project Engineer is needed to support major projects onsite in Boise, Idaho. The role involves providing project management support through effective communication, negotiation, scheduling, tracking, document control, and forecasting of costs and profitability. The position supports and collaborates with company superintendents, foremen, engineers, detailers, and management to deliver quality and profitable projects, with a focus on plumbing-related work.

This an entry level role for someone with their bachelor's in construction management or mechanical engineering with an interest in working on construction projects.

Responsibilities

Track, forecast, and report labor hours and material costs.Assist in the procurement process of major equipment and subcontracts.Expedite and track deliveries of major equipment and materials.Maintain working knowledge of general conditions, work scope, and specifications of project contract/subcontract.Maintain and control documents in compliance with Standards and contractual requirements.Collaborate with field labor supervision to plan, organize, and schedule project work, including preparation of subcontract/contract integrated project schedule.Review contract drawings, detail drawings, and specifications.Prepare fabrication shop work packages including detail drawing review, material take off and buyout, and man-hour fabrication budget.Ensure full compliance with the Safety Program at the jobsite.Regular attendance and promptness are required.

Essential Skills

Proficiency with MS Outlook, Excel, Word, Bluebeam, Smartsheet, One Drive, MS Teams, SharePoint, Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), Viewpoint Vista, Revit, Stratus (on-the-job training will be provided for many of these programs).Understanding of construction sequencing, especially as it relates to mechanical and plumbing scopes of work.Project engineering, mechanical construction, construction management, change order, RFI, project management, estimation, plumbing, process piping.Degree in Construction Management, Mechanical, Civil, or Chemical Engineering desired; previous construction field experience accepted in lieu of degree.Understanding of RFIs and ability to read and understand project plans related to mechanical scope.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Knowledge of Bluebeam and Procore is highly preferred.Understanding of mechanical engineering, industrial construction, and scheduling.

Work Environment

This role involves working onsite at a chip manufacturing plant in Boise. The company has been a leading employer in the Pacific Northwest's mechanical contracting space for over a century, cultivating a collaborative and close-knit work culture. Employees enjoy a highly competitive salary and a collaborative environment, making it an employer of choice. You will have the opportunity to interact with 60-70 percent of the organization's employees.

Schedule is 50 hours per week with required Saturdays (if working Saturday - will get paid straight time at hourly rate)

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Boise, ID.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $85000.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Boise,ID.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.