Project Engineer

POSITION OVERVIEW

As Guardian enters its next phase of growth, we’re seeking a highly organized and proactive Project Engineer to serve as a liaison between customers, production staff, and field teams. This role supports the production process by coordinating job readiness, overseeing scheduling logistics, assisting in project follow-through, and enhancing internal communication to ensure timely and high-quality project delivery. The Project Engineer is a growth role ideal for individuals with strong admin or scheduling experience in construction who are ready to move toward project ownership and team coordination.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Prepare and distribute project timelines, customer updates, and internal kickoff documents.

· Serve as the internal hub between Production Coordinators, Superintendents, and the Production Manager to ensure all departments are aligned on job timelines and needs.

· Coordinate pre-install project tasks: customer communication, verify job readiness, permit processing, materials ordered, and schedule availability.

· Track and report on job progress through ServiceTitan or equivalent project management software.

· Assist in problem-solving project delays and material shortages with appropriate team members.

· Responsible for contract review and material purchasing for assigned projects, ensuring timely ordering, delivery scheduling, and accurate job costing.

· Verify jobs have no outstanding items prior to close out, all required inspections have been conducted, and ensure all project documentation is organized and submitted.

· Communicate directly with customers as needed regarding project schedules, updates, or issues.

· Support department safety by ensuring job files contain necessary safety notes and job safety checklists are completed prior to project start.

· Participate in production meetings, contributing updates and flagging risks.

· Conduct occasional job site walkthroughs as needed to ensure quality and support production department deadlines. Includes climbing ladders and walking roofs up to 40’ tall.

· Support Production Coordinating team with escalated customer questions or concerns.

· Provide additional phone support for the production department during periods of high call volume, ensuring prompt and professional customer service.

· Other duties as assigned.