Construction Project Engineer — Lead Builds, Deliver On Time

mydpr; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction is seeking a construction engineer to support the successful delivery of projects, collaborating with project teams, contractors and stakeholders to meet requirements, timelines and quality standards, monitor progress, identify issues, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities include reviewing drawings and submittals, maintaining field presence for safe work execution, coordinating with project managers on technical questions, tracking schedules and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field.
• 0-4 years of experience in construction engineering, project engineering, or a related field.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification preferred; OSHA 30 program completion within 6 months of hire is required.

Responsibilities

• Assists in reviewing construction drawings, specifications, and submittals to ensure accuracy and compliance with project goals, while maintaining regular field presence to support safe work execution.
• Coordinates with project managers and project teams to address standard technical questions and resolve general project issues.
• Monitors standard project schedules and budgets, tracks labor productivity, and reports variances to support timely corrective actions based on established guidelines.
• Supports the implementation of standard quality assurance and safety protocols throughout all project phases.
• Prepares and maintains project documentation, including progress reports and technical records.
• Identifies opportunities for incremental improvements and contributes to the development of leading practices with guidance.
• Participates in project meetings and communicates updates to team members and stakeholders.

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field

Job description

DPR Construction is seeking a construction engineer to support the successful delivery of projects, collaborating with project teams, contractors and stakeholders to meet requirements, timelines and quality standards, monitor progress, identify issues, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities include reviewing drawings and submittals, maintaining field presence for safe work execution, coordinating with project managers on technical questions, tracking schedules and