Massachusetts - Entry-Level PE 2026-2027

The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company is seeking entry-level engineers to help manage all aspects of construction projects.

Reporting to a project manager and/or superintendent, the entry-level engineer's major duties include coordinating work with project owner representatives, architects, engineers, inspectors, and site subcontractors and/or directing the work of all trades assigned to a construction work site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline, engineering technology, or construction management.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Fundamental knowledge of engineering principles used in construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate work with owners, architects, engineers, inspectors, and subcontractors on-site.
• Assist in managing estimating, bidding processes, and tracking project costs.
• Resolve design issues and field problems, including change orders.
• Draft contracts and purchase orders using boilerplate language for documentation.
• Support project meetings and ensure work aligns with quality standards and specs.
• Help implement project schedules and document project phases.

Skills

Communication skills

Scheduling software proficiency

Engineering principles knowledge

Education

B.S. in Engineering/Construction Management

Job description

• Applying for positions in multiple locations will result in a longer vetting process.
• The Whiting‑Turner Contracting Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including the disabled and veterans.

Whiting‑Turner is a national ENR Top 25 General Contractor looking for entry‑level engineers to help manage all aspects of construction projects. Reporting to a project manager and/or a superintendent, the entry‑level engineer's major duties include:

• Coordinating work with project owner representatives, architects, engineers, inspectors, and site subcontractors and/or directing the work of all trades assigned to a construction work site.


• Managing estimating and bidding processes and tracking costs to manage project budget.


• Resolving and clarifying design issues.


• Identifying and resolving field issues and change orders.


• Writing contracts and purchase orders using company boilerplate language to document all ordered work, schedules, projected costs, change orders and technical specifications.


• Participating in meetings to coordinate work and manage labor concerns.


• Ensuring work is completed in accordance with quality standards and contract specifications.


• Implementing project schedules including each task associated with project completion.


• Documenting the technical, financial and personnel aspects of each project.


• Reviewing project drawings, specifications, submittals and change orders.


• Reviewing each trade’s work progress with respect to each project phase.


• Providing field support to construction superintendents to help ensure contract compliance, quality control and maintenance of the site.


• Tracking project phase completion against milestones.


• Setting expectations for managing a safe work site.


• Documenting each phase of the project.

Whiting‑Turner will train qualified candidates to develop:

• General knowledge of safety regulations, ANSI standards, local and state building codes, environmental codes, availability of industry‑specific codes and guidelines.


• General knowledge of general construction processes, practices and work sites.


• Experience with construction projects, mechanical/electrical systems, building materials, building mechanics or working with craft workers.


• Ability to read and understand technical specifications, blueprints, technical manuals, product/material installation instructions and engineering/architectural drawings.


• Proficiency in scheduling including related scheduling software.

Basic qualifications for Entry‑Level Engineer candidates include:

• Bachelor of Science in an Engineering discipline, Engineering Technology or Construction Management, Construction Technology.


• Knowledge of engineering principles.


• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.