Entry-Level Project Engineer — Civil Construction Impact

Lunda Construction Company; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Lunda Construction Co. is hiring an Entry-Level Project Engineer to join our Milwaukee, WI office (also Black River Falls).

You will support project teams with engineers, managers, and field personnel to help deliver critical infrastructure efficiently and safely. Ideal candidates are recent graduates with a civil engineering or related degree, eager to learn, collaborate, and tackle diverse tasks from layout to scheduling.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Recent college graduates encouraged to apply.
• Prior construction or heavy civil experience is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Proactive and collaborative approach to problem solving.
• Commitment to safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Support project teams including Project Managers, Engineers, Superintendents, and field personnel.
• Building strong working relationships with internal teams, design partners, subcontractors, and project leadership.
• Assisting with project layout and identifying critical work items and long-lead materials.
• Supporting monthly billing, cash flow forecasting, and change order processing.
• Interpreting drawings and specifications to support craft installation and field execution.
• Reviewing mock-ups, shop drawings, and subcontractor scopes of work.
• Monitoring subcontractor compliance and coordinating with the QA/QC team.
• Verifying work is completed in accordance with drawings, codes, and specifications.
• Creating and processing RFIs (Requests for Information).
• Assisting with schedule coordination and ensuring field teams have the information needed to execute work.
• Participating in the development and review of design and work plans.
• Supporting safety initiatives, including inspections and compliance with OSHA regulations.
• Performing quantity takeoffs and other technical tasks as needed.
• Performing additional duties as assigned to support project success.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Safety

Quality

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Lunda Construction Co. is hiring an Entry-Level Project Engineer to join our Milwaukee, WI office (also Black River Falls).

You will support project teams with engineers, managers, and field personnel to help deliver critical infrastructure efficiently and safely. Ideal candidates are recent graduates with a civil engineering or related degree, eager to learn, collaborate, and tackle diverse tasks from layout to scheduling.