Project Engineer
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PROJECT ENGINEER
Cooper Steel doesn’t just build strong. We show up with grit, push boundaries, exceed expectations, and get the job done. Going all out takes precision, planning, and determination, and we’re looking for a process-focused Project Engineer to join our team who’s ready to step up to this challenge with us.
Founded in 1960, Cooper Steel is a national leader in steel, helping to set and exceed the standard for fabrication, erection, project management, detailing, and estimating. Family owned and operated from day one, our mission, vision, and values continue to guide our principles as a business that treats its team and customers as if they are family, too.
If you’re ready to build with us, we’re looking for someone:
Founded in 1960, Cooper Steel is a national leader in steel, helping to set and exceed the standard for fabrication, erection, project management, detailing, and estimating. Family owned and operated from day one, our mission, vision, and values continue to guide our principles as a business that treats its team and customers as if they are family, too.
If you’re ready to build with us, we’re looking for someone:
- With 0-3 years of experience in construction or project management and a bachelor’s degree, preferably in construction management or engineering
- Resilient, confident, and composed when navigating difficult discussions, maintaining strong working relationships under pressure
- Detail-oriented self-starter with a strong sense of ownership, accountability, timeliness, and commitment to delivering high-quality results
In this role, you will:
- Review project documents to understand scope, sequencing, technical requirements, and identify constructability issues or conflicts
- Manage RFIs and submittals throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring timely coordination, tracking, and resolution
- Coordinate with internal teams, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel to support project execution
- Support procurement, material release, delivery planning, scheduling, budgeting, and cost management activities
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive salary
- 401(k) with a 6% match
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, with company-provided optional wellness discount for medical benefits
- 9 company-paid holidays
- Cellphone reimbursements and office gym access
- Company-paid and voluntary life insurance
- Company-paid long-term disability and voluntary short-term disability insurance
- Based in our beautiful Nashville office on the iconic Music Row, with occasional travel and events
- An unbeatable company culture and work environment!
Our team is tough as nails and relentless in the pursuit of excellence. A force to be reckoned with, Cooper Steel employees are fueled by challenge and unwavering in their support for each other and our community. Are you the one we’re looking for? Apply today to find out!
Cooper Steel is an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or any other factors. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
Cooper Steel is an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or any other factors. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.