Construction Engineer
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Salary$60k – $90k
LocationHerndon, Virginia, United States
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Experience1+ yrs
DepartmentOperations
Company size8+ people
PostedOct 7, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live3d ago
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1+ years commercial construction experience, ideally as an Intern, Field Engineer, Foreman or a similar position
Familiarity with construction management and office productivity software, including MS Excel, MS Word, MS Project, Procore, or other web-based or mobile document and project management solutions
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a related field, or equivalent work experience
Strong problem solving, prioritization and organizational skills
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner
Proficient with office productivity software, including MS Excel, MS Word, MS Project, or other project management solutions
Possess a valid Driver’s license in order to travel to assigned jobsites
Maintain OSHA 30, First Aid, & CPR Certification
Experience with construction projects, mechanical/electrical systems, building materials, building mechanics, or working with craft workers is preferred
Previous work experience preferred – ideally in commercial construction or with estimating and managing self-performed work activities and subcontracted work
Skills
MS Excel
MS Word
MS Project
Procore
Benefits
Flexible work environment
Health insurance
401(k) match
Wellness programs
Leadership training
About the role
The Construction Engineer manages, evaluates and assesses information necessary to construct the project on time, within budget and to the quality specified by the contract documents. The Engineer is the individual on the project responsible for building the overall project “on paper”. Engineers work under the leadership of Project Managers.
Responsibilities
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Acts as liaison with Architects, Subcontractors, Consultants, Suppliers, Inspectors and other partners in resolving issues related to plans and specifications.
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Oversee and make decisions related to contract drawings and subcontract information. Ensure that all drawings and specifications properly relate to the estimate.
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Manage submittals and shop drawings. Assess conformance to contract specifications and resolve any conflicts in interpretation.
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Negotiate and request change orders. Manage information related to changes in the work, prepare an independent analysis, obtain and check estimates for the changes from subcontractor; resolve any conflicts.
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Overseeing the close-out process. Preparing final records for the project such as Requests for Information (RFI’s), close-out records, warranties, as-builts, Operations and Maintenance manuals (O&Ms), and evaluating information to insure compliance with contract documents.
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Prepare Scope of Work documents for trades and develop reports related to all aspects of the project.
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Schedule and attend relevant meetings, such as subcontractor trade coordination meetings, preconstruction meetings, submittal review, etc.
Requirements
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1+ years commercial construction experience, ideally as an Intern, Field Engineer, Foreman or a similar position. Familiarity with construction management and office productivity software, including MS Excel, MS Word, MS Project, Procore, or other web-based or mobile document and project management solutions.
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Experience with construction projects, mechanical/electrical systems, building materials, building mechanics, or working with craft workers is preferred.
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Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
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Previous work experience preferred – ideally in commercial construction or with estimating and managing self-performed work activities and subcontracted work.
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Strong problem solving, prioritization and organizational skills.
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Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner.
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Proficient with office productivity software, including MS Excel, MS Word, MS Project, or other project management solutions.
Possess a valid Driver’s license in order to travel to assigned jobsites.
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Maintain OSHA 30, First Aid, & CPR Certification.
Compensation Range - $60,000 - $90,000 annually
Benefits
📌 A flexible work environment
📌 State-of-the-art technology to get the job done
📌 New office spaces designed for today’s working environment
📌 Great benefits including healthcare, 401K match, wellness programs
📌 Opportunities for advancement and leadership training
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