Job Information
Actalent Project Engineer in Saint Louis, Missouri
Job Title: Project EngineerJob Description
The Project Engineer supports the Project Manager and project team in the technical and administrative execution of construction projects. This role manages RFIs and the full submittal process, coordinates project documentation, and helps ensure that internal project procedures are clearly communicated and followed. The position plays a key role in delivering organized, transparent, and collaborative building experiences across healthcare, education, commercial, industrial, and public sector projects. This is a safety-sensitive position when working on job sites.
Responsibilities
Collaborate closely with the Project Manager and project team to support the technical administration of construction projects.
Review and manage all Requests for Information (RFIs) for assigned projects, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
Ensure compliance with design documents through skilled review to determine constructability in coordination with building systems.
Manage the procurement log and take responsibility for ensuring timely material procurement to meet project schedules.
Coordinate and oversee the full submittal process, including preparation, tracking, review, and distribution.
Conduct job site meetings, including preparing agendas, facilitating discussions, and documenting meeting minutes and action items.
Coordinate the receipt, organization, and distribution of all project records, closeout documentation, and warranty information.
Support change order processes by helping to track, document, and coordinate change-related information as needed.
Maintain clear, consistent communication with internal teams, subcontractors, and project stakeholders to support project goals.
Contribute to a culture of safety by following safety protocols and wearing required personal protective equipment on job sites.
Essential Skills
Experience in construction project engineering or project coordination within commercial construction environments.
Strong understanding of RFIs, submittals, and change order processes in construction projects.
Knowledge of construction management practices and project documentation workflows.
Ability to read and interpret design documents and construction drawings to assess constructability.
Proven ability to manage procurement logs and track materials to support project schedules.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, documents, and deadlines simultaneously.
Effective verbal and written communication skills to interact with project teams and stakeholders.
Ability to conduct and document job site meetings in a clear and professional manner.
Commitment to safety practices and ability to work safely in active construction environments.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb stairs, and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
Ability to traverse uneven walking and working surfaces at job sites.
Ability to climb stairs and ladders up to 30 feet in height at job sites.
Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment as necessary.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Background in engineering, construction management, or a related technical field.
Experience supporting projects in healthcare, education, municipal, industrial, or commercial markets.
Familiarity with preconstruction, construction management, general contracting, and design-build delivery methods.
Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem solving and issue resolution.
Ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented, people-first culture.
Demonstrated accountability, reliability, and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
Interest in long-term career growth within an employee-owned organization.
Work Environment
The Project Engineer works in a dynamic environment that includes both office and active construction job sites. Office work involves using standard construction management and documentation tools to coordinate RFIs, submittals, procurement logs, and project records. Field work requires regular visits to job sites, traversing uneven surfaces, climbing stairs and ladders up to 30 feet, and wearing all required personal protective equipment. The organization emphasizes a people-first, collaborative culture with a strong regional presence and a focus on meaningful projects in healthcare, education, commercial, industrial, and public sector markets. Team members experience a supportive environment that values transparency, accountability, work-life balance, and long-term growth, with strong benefits and real opportunities for career development in an employee-owned setting.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Louis, MO.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $38.00/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 Saint Louis,MO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 29, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.