Field Project Engineer – Construction (Open to Grads)

Socket.dev; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev in Pittsburgh seeks a Project Engineer to support the construction teams on multiple projects under contract. You will collaborate with Project Managers, Site Managers, the Director of Construction, and the Head of Construction to ensure tasks align with contract requirements and project metrics.

This role is open to December 2026 recent engineering graduates. Travel to project sites may reach up to 75% of the time, and you will assist in ensuring on-site safety and compliance across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil or electrical engineering, or construction management.
• At least 1 year of experience in a construction or engineering firm.
• Travel up to 75% to sites beyond the corporate office.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Construction and Site Managers to monitor projects per contract requirements, specifications, and metrics.
• Perform safety audits and promote a safe site culture on the project.
• Lead in quickly resolving issues affecting schedule, quality, and budget for assigned areas.
• Audit project files and drawings to ensure latest revisions and organization on site.
• Obtain submittals, transmittals, and RFIs from Vendors and Contractors and route promptly to support schedules.
• Review submittals, transmittals, RFIs and schedules for accuracy and adherence to requirements.
• Follow up on submittals, transmittals, and RFIs for information and actions.
• Track deliverables to ensure timely submissions.
• Perform field productivity audits tracking manpower, equipment, and units installed.
• Read drawings across disciplines to assess quality control and risks to schedules.
• Support independent engineer documentation and reviews as needed.

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil or electrical engineering, or construction management

Tools

Primavera

Word

Excel

Job description

Socket.dev in Pittsburgh seeks a Project Engineer to support the construction teams on multiple projects under contract. You will collaborate with Project Managers, Site Managers, the Director of Construction, and the Head of Construction to ensure tasks align with contract requirements and project metrics.

This role is open to December 2026 recent engineering graduates. Travel to project sites may reach up to 75% of the time, and you will assist in ensuring on-site safety and compliance across