Project Engineer - Client: Construction & Real Estate Development

Department: Boutique Client

Employment Type: Freelance

Location: LatAm - Colombia

Reporting To: Client via Magic

Compensation: $7.00 / hour

DescriptionAbout the ClientOur client is a nationwide real estate development and construction management firm with over 20 years of industry experience. They manage an impressive portfolio of both residential and commercial properties, totaling over 500 residential units and 250,000 square feet of commercial space. As a full-service organization, they provide end-to-end solutions including design, build, engineering, and property management services.
\nWhy this role exists
The Project Engineer position exists to ensure seamless documentation management and technical oversight across all construction projects. This role is crucial for maintaining standardized processes, managing project documentation through Procore, and delivering comprehensive closeout packages that demonstrate our client's superior organizational capabilities and technical expertise to stakeholders.

The Impact you’ll makeSubmittal Management\nCreate and maintain detailed submittal logs\nReview/Markup submittal for clarity and consistency\nProcess and standardize submittals for ownership review\nTrack submittal status and update Project Managers\nResearch engineering concerns within submittals\nDrawing Control\nMaintain current project drawing sets\nUpdate drawings with RFI responses\nManage version control and distribution\nArchive superseded drawings\nProject Documentation\nSet up project structures in Procore\nMaintain organized filing systems\nEnsure documentation accessibility\nStandardize documentation across projects\nCloseout Process\nCompile comprehensive closeout packages\nOrganize warranties and maintenance instructions\nCreate user-friendly operations manuals\nPresent completed documentation to ownership\n

Skills, Knowledge and ExpertiseRequired:\n3-5 years of construction documentation experience\nEngineering or construction background\nDemonstrated experience with Procore or similar construction management software\nExperience with AutoCAD and PDF markup tools\nHistory of working on remote/international projects\nWFH Set-Up:\nComputer with at least 8GB RAM, an Intel i5 core processor/AMD Ryzen 5 Processor and up.\nInternet speed of at least 40MBPS\nHeadset with an extended mic that has noise cancellation and a webcam\nBack-up computer and internet connection\nQuiet, dedicated workspace at home\n\n\n
Your Superpowers:\n
Technical Skills:\nProcore (or quick learner)\nAutoCAD\nMicrosoft Office\nPDF markup tools\nConstruction documentation\nBasic engineering principles\nProject Management\nSoft Skills:\nDetail-oriented\nOrganized\nProactive communicator\nQuick learner\nStrong sense of ownership\nAccountability\nPatience\nYou should apply if… \nYou thrive in a detail-oriented environment where accuracy is crucial\nYou enjoy creating and maintaining organized systems\nYou're passionate about construction documentation and process improvement\nYou're comfortable working independently while supporting a larger team\nYou take pride in delivering high-quality, professional documentation\nYou're adaptable and quick to learn new software and systems\nWhat to expect...
Work Setup:\nRemote position\nMust have a reliable internet connection and a quiet workspace\nRequired to provide own computer with Intel Core i5 or something similar or higher operating system\nWorking Hours:\nMonday to Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM EST (Pacific Standard Time)\n40 hours per week\nCompensation:\n$7 per hour\nNo benefits package included\n

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