Project Engineer

Facilities and Business Operations:

The Facilities and Business Operations at UCF is dedicated to fostering a conducive educational environment for our faculty, staff, students, and the broader community. We are committed to excellence, providing unparalleled expertise, and maintaining a world-class standard in service.

Please visit us at: https://fs.ucf.edu/ or Facebook and Instagram: UCF Facilities

The Opportunity:

Join our dynamic Utilities and Engineering Services (UES) team as a Project Engineer. In this role, you will coordinate and manage the engineering and technical development of projects, working closely with the Facilities and Business Operations Project Managers. You will be responsible for setting project objectives, supporting estimating, project management, and field operations to ensure project goals are achieved. 

This position requires a strong familiarity with all aspects of the construction process and plays a crucial support role throughout highly technical and engineering-intensive University projects. You will participate in the conceptual development of construction projects, monitor critical dates, attend pre-construction and regular meetings, and address project engineering-related inquiries. Acting as the primary liaison between UES, Facilities Operations, and Facilities Planning, Design, and Construction,  you will leverage strong construction and MEP experience (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing).
 

Responsibilities:

• Assist and support UCF Facilities Planning & Construction and Facilities Operations with project estimating, management, and field operations to ensure alignment with University client goals and objectives.

• Act as the primary liaison between UES and FP&C for University projects, collaborating with the UES AVP and Engineering Director to provide project guidance.

• Participate in the conceptual development, organization, scheduling, budgeting, and implementation of University construction projects in conjunction with the UES Engineering team, FO, and Facilities Planning & Construction.

• Support the project management team by researching and resolving complex engineering issues that arise during project development and construction.

• Provide technical support and guidance to project team members, review submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs for completeness, and participate in pre- and construction meetings with VP, AVP, and Facilities Planning and Construction PMs.

• Review LEED construction deliverables for accuracy and completeness.

• Document all items discussed during construction meetings, including status updates, responsibilities, and completion dates.

• Report project progress to the UES AVP and UES Engineering Director, and handle negotiations and procurements with subcontractors and suppliers as needed.

• Approve payment requests, perform site inspections, and generate final punch lists.

• Participate in pre-construction job turnover processes to ensure timely handovers.

• Regularly inspect job sites to review conditions and progress, which may require climbing ladders, lifting, and walking for extended periods in a construction environment.

• Assist with audits, inspections, and deficiency logs, and manage self-perform trades while monitoring budgeted versus actual costs.

• Participate in and provide input for continuing services contractor evaluation committees.

• Ensure projects adhere to UCF quality standards and specifications, maintain effective communication with internal and external stakeholders, and resolve technical issues.

• Analyze equipment, systems, and processes to recommend modifications for improved efficiency, quality, and cost reduction.

• Collaborate with the facilities operations department to troubleshoot problems during construction and prepare periodic progress and cost reports for leadership.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6). 

Preferred Qualifications:

• 4 years of experience in project engineering, with strong expertise in construction and MEP systems.

• Proven experience in managing complex engineering projects, preferably within a university or institutional setting.

• General Contractor License or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification are highly desirable.

• Proficiency in project management software and tools.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.

• Experience with LEED certification processes and requirements is a plus.

• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to communicate effectively with leadership and stakeholders.

• Ability to handle multiple priorities, work under pressure, and adapt to changing project needs.

Health Assessment Required:  

The UCF policy requires completion and passing of a physical exam for this position.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

This is an Auxiliary (AUX) funded position. Employment is subject to availability of funding and may cease at the time funding for this employment is depleted.

If you are selected as the final candidate for an employment opportunity, both your position and salary will be significantly based upon the information that you have provided in your application for employment. We urge you to please take the time to complete the application in its entirety.
 

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills, and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program 

• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays

• Retirement savings options 

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions 

• Education assistance 

• And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

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Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Department

Facilities Planning, Design and Construction

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

$64,518.00 to Negotiable

Job Posting End Date

03-09-2026-12-00-AM

As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.  

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer. 

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 407-823-1336 or email onac@ucf.edu.

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