Junior Building EngineerLong Term ContractOn SiteProvidence, RIRole 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.
Job Type : Contract
Pay : $24.00 - $28.00 per hour
Work Location : In person