Junior Construction Engineer - Finance & Project Planning

The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company in; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Whiting-Turner is seeking an entry-level engineer to support construction projects under a project manager or superintendent. The role involves coordinating with owners, architects, engineers, inspectors, and subcontractors, tracking costs, reviewing drawings, and documenting project phases.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor of Science in an engineering discipline and can communicate clearly in writing and speech.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in an Engineering discipline required.
• Knowledge of engineering principles.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate work with project owner representatives, architects, engineers, inspectors, and subcontractors.
• Manage estimating and bidding processes and track costs to manage project budget.
• Review project drawings, specifications, submittals and change orders.
• Document the technical, financial and personnel aspects of each project.
• Provide field support to ensure contract compliance, quality control and safety.
• Assist in implementing project schedules and tracking milestones.

Skills

Technical reading

Verbal and written communication

Scheduling software

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

Scheduling software

Job description

Whiting-Turner is seeking an entry-level engineer to support construction projects under a project manager or superintendent. The role involves coordinating with owners, architects, engineers, inspectors, and subcontractors, tracking costs, reviewing drawings, and documenting project phases.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor of Science in an engineering discipline and can communicate clearly in writing and speech.