Project Engineer

Ventana

Washington DC-Baltimore Area0–7 yrs1h agovia LinkedIn

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Who can apply
New grads and up to 7 years · Bachelor's degree
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OperationsBudgeting
Work
On-site in Washington DC-Baltimore Area
Pay
Not stated by the employer.
Skill demand
Budgeting63%Operations30%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
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Nov 10, 2026 · still open

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About the Role

As a Project Engineer, you will provide support to the project staff to ensure quality and timely execution of design/build projects from design to completion.

Key Responsibilities

  • Participate with project team and preconstruction services in development of a Project Chart of Accounts
  • Coordinate with Project Superintendent in development of a project site logistics plan
  • Assist Superintendent in the management of subcontractors
  • Maintain understanding of the Clayco/Owner contract
  • Oversee the submittal, change order, and pay request process
  • Assist in generation of project costs and Job Cost Report
  • Contribute to the analyzing and forecast of quarterly Total Cost Projection reports
  • Monitor and record training of all staff personnel
  • Monitor project labor
  • Report and track equipment needs
  • Assist preconstruction services in bidding projects
  • Implement applicable safety, EEO and Affirmative Action programs
  • Participate in the project’s quality process
  • Contribute to schedule and project close-out processes

Requirements & Tech Stack

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering required
  • General knowledge of construction principles/practices required
  • Excellent problem-solving skills, with an adaptable and flexible style in working with all types of individuals
  • Creative and results-oriented, with a strong sense of urgency
  • Highly entrepreneurial and self-motivated, with the ability to work equally well on own as well as in a team environment
  • Ability to walk the job site, climb ladders, and multi-floor scaffolding
  • Ability to lift objects at least 50lbs

Qualifications (Plus factors)

  • Experienced dealing with subcontracts, subcontractors and/or self-perform work is a plus
  • Successful internships or Project Engineering experience on projects of at least 5 million dollars (design build preferred) is a plus

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