Graduate Civil Project Engineer: Field & Office

Schellinger Construction; Columbia Falls (MT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Schellinger Construction, based in Columbia Falls, MT, is seeking a Graduate Civil Project and Field Engineer. This entry-level role supports project managers and field crews, blending office-based tasks with hands-on construction experience to develop skills in project delivery.

You will gain exposure to plans, estimates, cost tracking, scheduling, and on-site supervision as you progress toward project management or field leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering or related field preferred.
• Internships or field work experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to read construction plans and specifications.
• Strong communication, organization, math, computer and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work outdoors and learn from experienced field employees.
• Ability to travel and work early mornings, extended hours and weekends as project conditions require.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans, specifications, estimates and contract requirements.
• Track labor, equipment, materials, subcontractor costs, installed quantities and production.
• Assist with project startup, planning, execution and closeout.
• Maintain drawings, submittals, requests for information and other project documentation.
• Support cost reports, projections, forecasting, quantity calculations, owner billings and subcontractor payments.
• Assist with pricing and documentation for potential change orders.
• Coordinate material procurement, purchase orders, deliveries, subcontractors, suppliers and testing agencies.
• Participate in project meetings, learn company systems, and promptly communicate potential cost, schedule, quality or contractual issues.
• Assist with layout, grade checking, quantity measurement and field documentation.
• Work alongside field crews and assist with hands-on construction when required.
• Help prepare daily and weekly work plans and coordinate employees, subcontractors, equipment, materials and deliveries.
• Learn how Superintendents and Foremen plan and execute daily construction activities.
• Participate in pre-task planning, safety meetings and job hazard analyses.
• Track production, complete daily records and compare results with projections and budgets.
• Monitor work for compliance with plans, specifications and quality requirements.

Skills

Reading construction plans

Communication

Organization

Math

Problem-solving

Outdoor work

Travel availability

Valid driver’s license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering or related field

Job description

Schellinger Construction, based in Columbia Falls, MT, is seeking a Graduate Civil Project and Field Engineer. This entry-level role supports project managers and field crews, blending office-based tasks with hands-on construction experience to develop skills in project delivery.

You will gain exposure to plans, estimates, cost tracking, scheduling, and on-site supervision as you progress toward project management or field leadership.