Job Description

Junior Building Engineer

Long Term Contract

On Site

Providence, RI

Role Overview:

The Building Engineer supports the Facilities and Capital Projects team in the execution of building upgrades, renovations, and infrastructure improvements. This entry-level role focuses on assisting with project documentation, coordination, and operational readiness while gaining hands-on experience in facilities engineering and construction oversight.

Core Responsibilities:

Project Documentation & Controls

• Assist in organizing and maintaining project files, including funding requests, approvals, and reports.
• Help track work orders, purchase orders, and invoices under supervision.
• Learn internal documentation standards (e.g., Sole Source Justifications, EG2501 forms).
• Support the creation of basic project status summaries and reports.

Design & Planning Coordination

• Participate in design review meetings as a note-taker and observer.
• Help gather input from IT, Security, and Facilities teams during early design phases.
• Learn how to evaluate design documents for operational fit and scope clarity.

Pre-Construction Readiness

• Assist in scheduling and preparing for pre-construction meetings.
• Help identify potential impacts to facility operations (e.g., noise, access restrictions).
• Support internal communications through signage, email drafts, and meeting coordination.

Construction Oversight

• Shadow Project Managers during punch list walkthroughs and system testing.
• Help document change orders and track cost impacts.
• Assist in coordinating training sessions for facilities staff on new systems.

Turnover & Post-Construction

• Help collect and organize final deliverables such as warranties, service agreements, and contact lists.
• Assist in setting up lock/key systems and warranty tracking tools.
• Participate in post-construction walkthroughs and help compile feedback.
• Support the archiving of final project documentation (e.g., as-built drawings, O&M manuals).

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Recent graduate or early-career professional in engineering, construction management, or facilities operations.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Eagerness to learn and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Basic familiarity with CAD, Excel, or project tracking tools is a plus.

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