Mission Critical Project Engineer

Description

The PENTA Building Group is searching for Project Engineers to join our Mission Critical team in Phoenix, AZ! This role will be a major contributor to our growing efforts in the Data Center/Mission Critical market sector.

A PENTA Project Engineer supports the mission critical project team in managing documentation, coordination, and communication across all phases of construction while gaining hands-on experience in the delivery of high-performance data center and mission critical facilities. This role plays a vital part in ensuring cost, schedule, and quality objectives are met by maintaining accurate records, facilitating efficient information flow, and supporting field operations.

A PENTA Project Engineer on mission critical projects will also:

• Maintain and distribute project documents, including drawings, specifications, correspondence, meeting minutes, and progress photographs.
• Assist in setting up and maintaining project document control systems in alignment with company and mission critical client standards.
• Thoroughly review contract documents, specifications, submittals, and shop drawings to identify and communicate coordination issues.
• Support conflict resolution among various scopes of work and ensure information is distributed promptly to the field and design team.
• Prepare, issue, and track Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Register and maintain submittal and procurement logs, identifying critical path materials and tracking approvals and deliveries.
• Review construction schedules and assist the Superintendent and Project Manager in identifying schedule impacts.
• Monitor procurement status and coordinate delivery of long-lead items essential to mission critical milestones.
• Perform field walks, measurements, and observations to verify work progress and conformance to contract requirements.
• Assist with implementation of company QA/QC processes and help resolve field issues promptly.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and inspectors to ensure timely completion of all required inspections.
• Support and promote company and site-specific safety programs.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and assist with project cost tracking and forecasting.
• Support the Project Manager in preparing, pricing, and tracking potential change orders.
• Review drawing revisions and submittal comments to assess schedule and cost implications.
• Participate in package scope reviews and assist in subcontract issuance.
• Help process subcontractor pay requests and maintain accurate cost documentation.
• Prepare daily reports, collect subcontractor reports, and verify accuracy.
• Assist with project closeout including O&M manuals, as-built drawings, warranty documentation, and Owner training coordination.
• Help manage punch list activities with the Superintendent to ensure timely completion.
• Participate in team meetings, company training sessions, and mentorship programs to build knowledge in mission critical construction practices.
• Perform all other responsibilities as assigned to support successful project delivery.

We trust that you have:

• 0-4 years of related experience, or internship experience
• Experience working on mission critical construction projects is a plus
• Degree in Construction Management or a related field
• OSHA 10 or 30 Certification is a plus
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Strong organizational and time management
• Proactive attitude and solutions-based approach
• Proven ability to adapt behavior or work methods in response to new information or conditions
• Experience with follow-up and monitoring of work to ensure quality standards and attention to detail