Office Engineer - Preconstruction

The role

The Office Engineer will join the Preconstruction team. This person will analyze construction design documents, prepare cost estimates, and manage project purchasing.

What you will do

• Analyze and understand construction design documents and specifications.
• Prepare accurate construction cost estimates and quantity surveys across various scopes of work.
• Manage cost and design issues to optimize project outcomes.
• Coordinate trades and gain exposure to Building Information Modeling (BIM).
• Oversee project purchasing, including scope coordination, proposal evaluation, trade negotiations, and contracting.

Required qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field.
• Strong communication, time management, and collaboration skills, and a “team first” mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.

Nice to have

• Internship or prior experience in construction or engineering environment.
• Knowledge of cost control, budgeting, and scheduling principles.

Benefits

• Annual bonus program
• Paid time off
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k)-retirement plan
• Night and swing shift differential pay for select roles

Before you apply

• Substance abuse testing and a background screening is a condition of employment
• Holder Construction does not sponsor applicants for immigration status or benefits

About the company

Holder Construction is a nationally recognized leader in the construction industry, consistently ranked among the top firms on ENR’s Top 400 Contractors list.