Project Engineer

S&B USA Construction & Fay; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an entry-level construction assistant to support project management in the field. This role involves collaborating with superintendents and project managers to ensure smooth operations, from planning and design to quality control. The ideal candidate will have a civil engineering degree and some field experience, demonstrating strong communication and computer skills. Join a company that values safety, integrity, and employee development, offering a dynamic work environment and opportunities for growth in the construction sector.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Plan with 4% company match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 4-year civil engineering degree or equivalent technical training required.
• 2-4 years of field construction experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing all aspects of construction projects.
• Prepare drawings, maintain logs, and verify work quantities.
• Participate in project status meetings and quality control.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret plans

Excellent computer skills

Basic understanding of cost analysis

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Field construction experience

E.I.T. preferred

Education

4-year civil engineering degree

Equivalent technical training

Job description

Fay is part of Shikun & Binui USA Construction, a family of diversified heavy-civil and industrial construction companies recognized for safe and innovative infrastructure solutions. Our team of experienced professionals demonstrate an unparalleled commitment to safety, quality and service on all of our projects. We excel on projects with tight schedules and difficult working conditions. Our innovative solutions and customer focused approach provide our clients with unmatched value and quality.

Basic Position Summary: Assist the Superintendent and Project Manager in managing all aspects of a construction project including the field operations and project administration. This position is predominately based in the field, entry level and applicants need to be open to traveling all throughout the Hampton Roads area, depending on where the job is.

Responsibilities/Functions

• Assists with pre-construction activities as needed: construction planning and design; interpretation of design and drawings
• Has a clear understanding of specifications, drawings, standards, and subcontractor & supplier scope of work, etc.
• Demonstrates, communicates, and reinforces all Company safety policies and procedures.
• Interprets specifications, designs and drawings and prepares quantity takeoffs
• Prepares drawings and sketches to support construction work, change orders, estimates, etc.
• Verifies work-in-place quantities for invoicing/pay quantities.
• Maintains submittal logs and timely receipt and review of submittals and shop drawings
• Ensures craft timecards are completed accurately, reflecting hours worked and tasks worked on; verifies cost codes to all purchases, timecards, contracts, equipment time and any other item involving cost
• Maintains as-built drawings; posts RFI, bulletin and ASI as appropriate
• Maintains RFI logs
• Participates in constructability reviews and value engineering functions
• Develops, implements and administers project engineering procedures and other work documents, tracks and logs documentation
• Takes weekly jobsite photographs
• Works with the Safety Department to ensure that project safety records are accurately maintained
• Assists in quality control activities
• Assists in preparing project status reports and participates in project status meetings; assists in development of meeting minutes
• Assists in project close-out activities
• May support estimates as needed
• Performs additional assignments per supervisor’s direction

Essential Skills And Experience

• 4-year civil engineering degree or equivalent technical training and related experience
• 2-4 years of field construction experience
• E.I.T. preferred but not required
• Ability to read and interpret plans
• Excellent computer skills
• Basic understanding of cost analysis
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to travel as required

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to carry tools and equipment, climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and see and hear well (either naturally or with correction), stand; walk, (stand for long periods of time) handle, or feel; use arms and hands to reach for, handle and manipulate objects. The employee must frequently work or walk on uneven ground and is required to always wear steel toed boots. It is mandatory that the employee wear approved personal protective equipment. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Perform a variety of duties while exposed to outside elements or confined spaces. Repeat tasks of short duration according to set procedures and evaluate information using measurable. Follow set procedures and standards.

Benefit Summary

Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401K Plan with 4 % company match, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays

Core Values

Work Safely: Safety is our Culture
Deliver Return: Earning a fair profit increases our long-term value
Value People: Take Care of Employees and They Will Take Care of Clients
Act with Integrity: Honesty Builds Trust
Provide Solutions: Better Solutions Yield Greater Satisfaction

S&B USA Construction and all its affiliate companies are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment to qualified individuals without regard to the following criteria: race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, age, familial or marital status, ancestry, military status, veteran status or genetic information as well as any other prohibited criteria under any local, state or federal law applicable to S&B USA Construction. As part of the firm’s equal employment opportunity statement, S&B USA Construction will also take affirmative action to ensure that minorities, females, veterans, and qualified people with disabilities are considered for employment and promotional opportunities.

If a reasonable accommodation is needed for the interview process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or Phone: [phone] ext. 1032