McKenney's, Inc. · 1 week ago
Project Engineer - Preconstruction
McKenney's, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer in their Preconstruction team as part of a 12-month rotational program designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of project delivery. The role involves gaining hands-on experience across various teams, supporting estimating efforts, project development activities, and process improvement after the program concludes.
Building MaintenanceConstructionMechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Develop foundational estimating skills, including takeoffs, budgeting, scope definition, and value engineering
Learn how mechanical, plumbing, and controls designs progress from schematics through construction documents
Support bid solicitation, vendor coordination, scope reviews, and proposal preparation
Participate in design and BIM coordination meetings to understand system integration and constructability
Rotate through Design, Virtual Construction, Fabrication, Project Management, and Field Operations to learn the full project lifecycle
Gain hands-on experience with fabrication processes, installation methods, procurement workflows, and project execution
Learn how Preconstruction collaborates with Sales Engineers, Operations, VDC, and Field teams
Build strong working relationships with internal teams, field leadership, suppliers, and trade partners
Support process improvement and standardization initiatives within Preconstruction and across the business
Work with a Preconstruction sponsor to explore long-term career opportunities, including the Sales Engineer pathway
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree preferred in Mechanical Engineering, Building Construction, or related fields
Strong technology competency, including proficiency with common business software and the ability to quickly learn new platforms, tools, and internal systems
Strong leadership skills, self-motivation, and the ability to respond quickly to changing customer demands
Productive time management to maximize efficiency and meet challenging work goals
Ability to succeed both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Strong attention to detail and prioritization of the company's needs to maximize profitability
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Solid reasoning, math, science, and technical skills
Readiness to take on additional responsibilities as needed and independently manage priorities
Exceptional work ethic and project ownership
Integrity to uphold company values and demand the highest standards of conduct from self and others
Persistence to attain results under adverse circumstances and conflict
Preferred
Demonstrated successful experience in the construction industry
Experience with Smartsheet, Salesforce, Autodesk suite of tools
Strong Business Acumen (entrepreneurship counts)
Leadership exposure (conferences, training, etc.)