Construction Engineer

Kleinfelder Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Reimbursement for continuing education

Internal mentoring program

Job summary

Kleinfelder Inc. is seeking a Construction Engineer in Richmond, Virginia to lead innovative design projects for state agencies and municipalities. In this role, you will manage all aspects of project execution, including scheduling, budgeting, and client interaction.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering and at least 3 years of project management experience, including supervisory roles. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project management experience.
• 1-2 years of supervisory/management experience.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license in Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Create proposals, schedules, and budgets for projects.
• Manage project phases including organization and vendor management.
• Oversee cost and scheduling decisions adhering to quality standards.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Job description

Job Description

Kleinfelder's Construction Services team is looking for a Construction Engineer to work on innovative, multi-disciplinary design projects for high‑profile state agencies and large municipalities. The role involves managing all phases of project execution—including project organization, subcontractor management, scheduling, financial management, health and safety stewardship, and reporting—while working closely with inspectors, construction managers, and other technical experts.

Responsibilities

• Duties include the creation of proposals, scheduling, and budgeting on projects.
• Interact with client stakeholders and coordinate workload with construction management staff.
• Manage all phases of project execution including project organization, subcontractor/vendor management, scheduling, financial management, health and safety stewardship, and reporting.
• Lead and participate in technical, cost, and scheduling decisions, adhering to company quality standards and driving customer value.
• Oversee pursuits, designate appropriate resources to projects, define client needs, address client concerns, and manage engineering resources within budget.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external teams of clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborate on a program of construction management projects striving for continuous improvement in process development and execution.
• Devise innovative and creative solutions to problems encountered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• 3+ years of project management experience and knowledge of applicable laws and regulations.
• 1‑2 years of supervisory/management experience.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Candidate Requirements

Candidates must satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report, and a comprehensive background check.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.

Career development: reimbursement for continuing education and training, and participation in an internal mentoring program.

Equal Opportunity

Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules).