Early-Career Project Engineer - Heavy Civil, Mentorship

Metric Geo; Virginia; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with match

PTO

Structured mentorship and training

Job summary

Metric Geo is partnering with a leading heavy civil and infrastructure construction firm to support a Project Engineer across the region. This role offers an early-career engineer hands-on exposure to large-scale projects, working closely with Project Managers and Superintendents on major infrastructure initiatives.

You will assist with reviewing drawings, performing quantity take-offs, coordinating materials, and maintaining thorough project documentation, while contributing to site safety

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 0–3 years of relevant experience; internships or co-ops in heavy civil construction a plus.
• Strong communication skills and high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager and field team through all phases of construction.
• Review drawings and specifications and assist in interpreting them for field crews.
• Perform quantity take-offs and track completed/installed work.
• Assist with scheduling, work packages, and material coordination.
• Maintain project documentation, submittals, and as-built records.
• Participate in jobsite safety reviews and toolbox meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Office

Job description

Metric Geo is partnering with a leading heavy civil and infrastructure construction firm to support a Project Engineer across the region. This role offers an early-career engineer hands-on exposure to large-scale projects, working closely with Project Managers and Superintendents on major infrastructure initiatives.

You will assist with reviewing drawings, performing quantity take-offs, coordinating materials, and maintaining thorough project documentation, while contributing to site safety