Project Engineer

About Penbrothers

Penbrothers is an HR & remote talent management partner and one of the fastest growing companies in the Philippines. We provide talented Filipinos with global opportunities in high-growth startups and dynamic companies, from the comfort of their own homes.

About the Client

Since then, our expertise and capabilities have grown exponentially. Our technology is cutting edge, our teams more experienced, and our leadership aligned and committed to the ongoing success of our employees, partners and clients. As our scale has continued to increase, we have steadfastly remained a people-first business at heart and continue to be driven by the vision for a better way to collaborate and build.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented construction professional to join our team in a hybrid role combining Project Engineer, Estimating Coordinator, and Reporting Manager responsibilities. This role is central to ensuring project execution runs smoothly, estimating efforts are supported with accuracy, and company reporting is delivered consistently. The ideal candidate will have a strong background working with general contractors, excellent document management skills, and the ability to leverage technology to streamline workflows.

What you'll do

Project Engineer

• Manage document control, including drawings, bulletins, and updates.
• Document meeting minutes using transcription tools and distribute to the team.
• Conduct quality control reviews on submittals and RFIs; input and manage within Procore.
• Assist project managers in generating change events and change orders in Procore.
• Maintain and update procurement logs, aligning with submittal status in Procore and comparing against project schedules to ensure timely delivery of materials.

Estimating Coordinator

• Set up jobs in Procore, upload bid documents, and generate bid packages.
• Distribute bid packages to subcontractors and ensure all documents are received.
• Proactively follow up with subcontractors via email and phone to confirm bidding participation.
• Manage bidding RFIs, ensuring timely distribution to all bidders.
• Receive bids, document status, and organize them in the appropriate folders.
• Conduct initial leveling of bids and input data into bid evaluation templates.
• Generate subcontractor scopes of work and assist in scope alignment.
• Perform quantity takeoffs to support estimating and bid review.

Reporting Manager

• Follow weekly and monthly reporting schedules.
• Collect data from Procore, emails, and project teams to generate consistent company reports.
• Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and formatting consistency in all reports.

What You Bring

• 5+ years of experience working with a general contractor.
• Strong ability to review and interpret construction documents, drawings, and specifications.
• Proven track record in project engineering, estimating coordination, or reporting roles.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment, while maintaining accountability and responsiveness.
• Experience utilizing Artificial Intelligence tools such as OpenAI / ChatGPT
• Experience using Process Automation Tools such as , n8n or Zapier is a plus
• Experience with Microsoft Power BI is a plus

Software & Tools

• Procore (project management and document control).
• Bluebeam (drawing review and markups).
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• AI tools such as ChatGPT for transcription, drafting, and process optimization.

Preferred Attributes

• Proactive problem solver with a "can-do" mindset.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.
• Ability to build strong relationships with subcontractors and internal team members.
• Interest in leveraging technology to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Hiring Process

We utilize AI tools to enhance our hiring efficiency and ensure a fair evaluation of all candidates. As a result, candidates who passed our initial evaluations should expect an AI Interviewer as a component of our recruitment process. This is supervised by Human Talent Acquisition Experts who will also engage with you throughout your application journey. Don't meet every single requirement? At Penbrothers we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but you don't feel 100% aligned with the qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the right fit for this or other roles.

What You'll Get

At Penbrothers, we are obsessed with creating positive employee experiences. Here you'll find an environment that nurtures learning and provides opportunities for growth. You'll have the opportunity to make an impact on fast-growing startups and dynamic companies.

• Meaningful work & Growth: We take every opportunity to stretch ourselves and deliver an excellent client experience.
• Employee as our biggest asset: We are genuinely invested in our people's career and welfare.
• Global reach & local impact: Get to work with high-growth startups and dynamic companies from the comfort of your own home.
• Powering global startups: We've created 1,400 Filipino jobs that empower global start-ups to focus on growth.