Entry Level Construction Project Engineer - New Jersey

Structural; Hawthorne (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in concrete repair is seeking a Project Engineer to join their dynamic team in Hawthorne, NJ. This exciting role emphasizes hands-on learning through the Project Engineer Career Development program, designed to cultivate future leaders in construction. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, possess strong problem-solving abilities, and have excellent communication skills. With opportunities for professional growth, competitive benefits, and a focus on safety, this position is perfect for those eager to make a significant impact in the construction industry.

Benefits

PECD Program providing hands-on development

Internal career flexibility

Continuing education reimbursement

401(k) with 6% company match

15 Days of Vacation

Wellness benefits including medical, dental, vision

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in Construction Management or Civil Engineering.
• Minimum GPA of 2.8 and one relevant internship experience.

Responsibilities

• Master critical construction skills including scheduling and estimating.
• Engage in business development and client relations.

Skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Description

About the Company:

We make structures stronger and last longer.

STRUCTURAL integrates technology-driven solutions with specialty contracting services to improve, protect, and enhance the existing infrastructure of owners directly, and in partnership with designers and contractors. STRUCTURAL offers a wide range of specialty repair and maintenance services and is the largest concrete repair contractor in the United States, with roughly 3,000 employees working from locations nationwide and in select international markets.

About the Role:

As the country's leading concrete repair contractor, Structural Group's mission is to not only make structures stronger and last longer - it is also to provide a safe and enriching work experience for our people so they develop, have fun and grow with us.

Our Project Engineer Career Development (PECD) program is a cornerstone of our growth and development philosophy. With an emphasis on in-field learning and development, our Project Engineers can expect to master critical construction skills, including:

• Scheduling and production rate tracking


• Estimating


• Budget preparation and project cost control


• Safety management


• Quality control


• Business development and client relations


• Field resource management

The goal of our PECD program is to develop our people into company leaders. In order to accomplish that, the PECD program has been structured with a competency based approach along with an emphasis on individual mentorship. Our Project Engineers will build experience across multiple competencies before being promoted into the career path they desire - project management, estimating, construction management and more.

Our ideal Project Engineer candidate loves to solve problems, thrives in a collaborative team-based environment, has a strong time management system, hits deadlines, enjoys communicating with different types of people, organizes themselves well and is safety focused!

About the Team:

STRUCTURAL New Jersey's office is located in Hawthorne, NJ and is primarily an in-office position. Most of the team's projects are in the northern/central New Jersey area, however there is opportunity for out-of-town work in New York State.

Hawthorne's primary market is commercial, with an emphasis on strengthening and repairing parking structures and other unique concrete structures. For more information on STRUCTURAL New Jersey, please refer to the team's website page and social media: https://www.structural.net/ny

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree is required. Preference for Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related field of study


• Cumulative grade point average of 2.8 or higher


• A minimum of one relevant internship experience


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills


• Exceptional documentation and organizational skills


• Aptitude for solving problems


• Reliable transportation from the office to job-sites

Benefits:

• PECD Program providing hands on development.


• Internal career flexibility.


• Continuing education reimbursement.


• Bonus structure dependent on performance.


• Cell-phone reimbursement


• 401(k) with a 6% company match, eligible upon hire.


• 15 Days of Vacation available upon hire.


• Wellness benefits; medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, critical illness, FSA, etc.