Assistant Project Engineer

Suntex Marinas

Assistant Project Engineer supporting complex projects from due diligence through construction execution in Dallas. Engaging in technical analysis, project coordination, and fieldwork.

Posted 4/11/2026full-timeDallas • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support Project Managers and Project Engineers in active project delivery across planning, design, and construction phases
Coordinate with contractors, consultants, surveyors, and internal stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely information flow
Assist with procurement, logistics, scheduling updates, and milestone tracking
Proactively identify gaps, conflicts, or risks and escalate with recommended solutions
Conduct regular site visits to verify progress, document conditions, and validate construction against plans
Assist in the preparation of site plans, exhibits, and technical documentation used in design, approvals, and investment decisions
Prepare and manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, meeting minutes, and supporting documentation
Maintain clean, well-organized project records and document control systems
Review engineering plans, specifications, and technical reports with increasing independence
Support cost estimating, quantity takeoffs, and budget tracking
Contribute to feasibility analysis, pre-development efforts, and acquisition due diligence
Assist in ensuring compliance with project specifications, regulatory requirements, and applicable codes
All other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred
Zero to three (0-3) years of progressive construction, engineering, real estate development, or related field experience required
Equivalent combination of education and relevant field experience considered
Exposure to marina, waterfront, or technically complex real estate assets experience preferred
Must have a working knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or similar design software
Must have proficiency in Microsoft Office products to include Excel, Word, Outlook, and project documentation tools
Must have exposure to construction and project management platforms (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam)
Must be able to complete a background check deemed acceptable by the Company

Benefits

Comp & perks

This individual primarily works in an office setting seated at a desk for extended periods of time, however, has a blend of office-based and field-based work environments
Must be able to independently lift, carry, push, and pull up to thirty (30) pounds
Must be able to travel as directed to various marina site locations with exposure to active construction sites in varying environmental conditions
Must possess a valid driver's license as the individual is required to drive on behalf of the Company to visit various site locations as needed
This individual visits site locations in a marina environment and must be able to swim or be willing to wear a personal floatation device

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Hard Skills & Tools

civil engineeringconstruction managementprocurementlogisticscost estimatingquantity takeoffsbudget trackingfeasibility analysisdocument controltechnical documentation

Soft Skills

communicationproblem-solvingorganizational skillsattention to detailcollaborationrisk managementtime managementindependenceproactive identificationdocumentation management