Construction Engineer II (Full-Time)

MBP (McDonough Bolyard Peck); Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 83,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Student loan repayment

Gym reimbursement

Pet insurance

Paid volunteer time

Job summary

MBP (McDonough Bolyard Peck) in Columbia, MD seeks a Construction Engineer II to lead small to mid-size projects, coordinate with Project Managers, and manage design and construction activities across federal, healthcare, and education sectors. The role emphasizes on-site leadership, documentation control, and collaboration with clients and team members.

The position requires a Bachelor's in engineering or related field, with knowledge of scheduling, cost estimating, and project controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field
• Strong knowledge of construction management principles and project controls
• Experience with scheduling, cost estimating, documentation, and contract administration
• Understanding of MBP's services and applicable building codes/regulations

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site representation and coordinate project documentation
• Perform cost estimating, scheduling, and quality control/quality assurance inspections
• Coordinate design management and review activities
• Maintain electronic project files
• Assist with scheduling and management of design and construction meetings
• Review and distribute project deliverables

Skills

Construction management

Scheduling

Cost estimating

Project budgeting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

BlueBeam

PMIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you an engineer with a passion for construction and a drive to lead projects that make a real difference in the community?

MBP is looking for a Construction Engineer II to join our team in the Columbia, Maryland area. We are seeking new Team Members for growth opportunities and to work on meaningful projects that support our community. If you have education and experience in engineering or construction management with demonstrated increasing responsibility, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Do:

As a Construction Engineer II, you will take on a lead role in planning and managing small to mid-size projects and may lead a sub-group on larger projects. You will collaborate closely with Project Managers, build positive and productive working relationships with clients, peers, and team members, and contribute to strategic project decisions across a range of sectors including federal, laboratory facilities, data centers, state, municipal, K-12 school, higher education, and healthcare projects.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide on-site representation and coordinate project documentation
• Perform cost estimating, scheduling, and quality control/quality assurance inspection
• Coordinate design management and review activities
• Maintain electronic project files
• Assist with the scheduling and management of design and construction meetings
• Review and distribute project deliverables
• Engage in training and professional development
• Participate in marketing activities and involvement with professional associations
• Actively participate in company initiatives
• Analyze and optimize internal and external processes
• Other duties as assigned

Who We Are Looking For

Experience:

• Experience in design or construction work activities, with demonstrated increasing responsibility, of the same or similar type sought for this position
• Experience may be in the following sectors: federal, laboratory facilities, data centers, state, municipal, K-12 school, higher education, or healthcare projects

Education/Knowledge:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field
• Engineering principles, principles of construction management and project controls, with specialized knowledge of one or more areas including scheduling, cost estimating, documentation, contract administration, or construction techniques
• Thorough understanding of several of MBP's services
• Strong understanding of building codes, laws, and regulations that might affect assigned projects

Preferred Certifications:

• Working toward other certifications such as PE, CCM, CCE, or PSP is preferred
• Must possess OSHA 10-hour or OSHA 30-hour certification or obtain within 3 months of hire

Skills and Abilities:

• Write clear, concise, and accurate reports
• Coordinate with clients
• Carry out assignments from conception to completion
• Work within budgets and meet deadlines
• Identify potential problems and derive recommended solutions from past experiences
• Skilled in more than one of the following services: pre-construction, constructability and design review, critical path method schedules, cost estimating, project budgeting, financial analysis, delay analysis, construction quality assurance, automated control systems, quantity take-offs, and closeouts
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Utilize computers (including Microsoft Office software, BlueBeam, and PMIS) and other specialized equipment
• Understand and track project schedules
• Communicate issues effectively and responsibly (verbally and in writing) with internal and external customers (i.e., contractors, owners, subconsultants, and fellow Team Members)
• Obtain and maintain industry certifications specific to duties assigned
• Work collaboratively within a team
• Lift/carry 50 pounds (occasionally) and 20 pounds (frequently)
• Stand and sit as needed on project work sites, climb ladders, work at heights, and work outdoors in a wide range of weather conditions
• Safely navigate construction work sites with uneven terrain

Guidance/Responsibility:

• Project management responsibility in close liaison with the Project Manager on small to mid-size projects
• Lead role in planning and managing small to mid-size projects and/or leading a sub-group on a large project

What We Offer

We're focused on providing the tools and support you need to succeed, both personally and professionally. MBP offers a comprehensive benefits package including 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance (for individual employees), a 401(k) profit-sharing plan, a health savings account with company contributions, competitive compensation with opportunities for semi-annual bonuses, and generous paid time off. We also provide unique perks like tuition assistance, student loan repayment, annual gym reimbursement, pet insurance, and paid volunteer time. Additional benefits include mental health resources, company-wide wellness activities, and training and development to support your professional growth. MBP also covers the costs associated with obtaining and maintaining certifications and licenses, such as PE, CCM, CCE, PSP, FE/EIT, CMIT, and OSHA certifications.

The base salary range for this position is $82,600.00 to $99,100.00. Actual compensation will be determined based on work location, qualifications, experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.

Status:

Full-time

Requirements:

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

MBP is an equal opportunity employer. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.