Construction Project Engineer: Elevate Field Ops & PM

Banneker Ventures, LLC; Silver Spring (MD); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Banneker Ventures, LLC in Silver Spring, MD is seeking a Project Engineer to support management and field operations on commercial, institutional, civil, and multifamily projects. This developmental role is designed to build core capabilities across the full construction lifecycle.

The PE will assist with preconstruction, procurement, project controls, documentation, and client relations; growth is encouraged through cross-training and certifications.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, or HS diploma with 3+ years direct commercial construction experience.
• Foundational understanding of construction means and methods for commercial renovations and site work.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); Adobe; internet research.
• Clear, professional communication skills (written and verbal).
• Willingness to work nights/weekends as project needs require; reliable transportation.
• Ability to pass government background checks and drug testing (including random).
• Internship/Co-op experience in GC/CM environments.
• OSHA-30, CPR/First Aid, USACE CQM, and other construction-related certifications.
• Eligibility to obtain/maintain public trust/HSPD-12 clearance when project-required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preconstruction & procurement tasks; review bids, specs, drawings, and scopes.
• Own document control for RFIs, submittals, as-builts, logs, schedules, change orders, POs, quantity surveys, and warranties.
• Process shop drawings and manage RFI workflows; track responses and downstream impacts.
• Maintain meeting minutes, action logs, weekly reports, status updates, and photo documentation.
• Attend site walks and coordination meetings; observe subcontractor oversight and safety practices.
• Support QC/QA, safety observations, and close-out requirements with field teams.
• Track changes affecting cost and time; assist with forecasting and change management.
• Provide timely, professional responses to client inquiries with PM approval.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

BS in Engineering/Construction Management

HS diploma + 3+ years construction experience

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Adobe

Internet research

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project/Primavera P6

Job description

Banneker Ventures, LLC in Silver Spring, MD is seeking a Project Engineer to support management and field operations on commercial, institutional, civil, and multifamily projects. This developmental role is designed to build core capabilities across the full construction lifecycle.

The PE will assist with preconstruction, procurement, project controls, documentation, and client relations; growth is encouraged through cross-training and certifications.