Project Engineer

J.F. Brennan Company Inc.; Duluth (MN); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) program with matching

Annual bonus eligibility

Profit-sharing program

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

A family-owned environmental remediation firm in the Midwest is seeking a Project Engineer to support marine construction projects. This entry-level role involves assisting field engineering, project scheduling, and maintaining documentation. Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and 1-3 years of experience in construction. The position requires travel to job sites approximately 80% of the time. The company offers a robust benefits package and values employee growth and safety.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in construction, engineering, or related field.
• Interest in marine and heavy civil construction.
• Willingness to travel approximately 80% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily engineering and construction activities.
• Support project scheduling and cost tracking.
• Help maintain project documentation and logistics.

Skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Basic understanding of construction drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

AutoCAD

Job description

The Project Engineer supports marine construction projects by assisting with field engineering, scheduling, documentation, and coordination activities. This role may be based out of any of our Midwest locations, including La Crosse, WI; Duluth, MN; Ottawa, IL; or St. Paul, MN, and requires travel to active job sites approximately 80% of the time. Working under the guidance of the Project Manager and Superintendent, the Project Engineer helps ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and in accordance with contract requirements. This position is ideal for early-career engineers who are eager to gain hands‑on experience in marine and heavy civil construction.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily engineering and construction activities on marine construction job sites.
• Support project scheduling efforts, including updating master schedules and short‑term work plans.
• Help track project costs, quantities, and documentation.
• Assist in identifying and documenting change orders and project impacts.
• Prepare and distribute meeting materials, take meeting notes, and help track action items.
• Maintain project documentation including drawings, submittals, RFIs, logs, and reports.
• Assist with procurement by coordinating materials, equipment, and subcontractor needs.
• Review shop drawings and submittals with guidance from senior project staff.
• Support coordination between field crews, subcontractors, survey teams, and project management.
• Follow company safety policies and actively participate in jobsite safety efforts.
• Perform additional duties as assigned in support of the project team.

Qualifications

• 1‑3 years of experience in construction, engineering, or a related field (internship or co‑op experience welcome).
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Interest in marine, heavy civil, or environmental construction.
• Basic understanding of construction drawings, schedules, and cost tracking.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word; exposure to AutoCAD or scheduling software is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to learn from field and office teams.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced, field‑oriented environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel to job sites approximately 80% of the time.
• Willingness to work variable hours based on project schedules.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to safety and quality.

Who is Brennan?

J.F. Brennan Company, Inc. (Brennan) is a 100‑year‑old, family‑owned company that specializes in water‑based environmental remediation and marine construction headquartered in La Crosse, WI that offers our employees growth, challenging work, empowerment, and meaningful work. Brennan is known for tackling complex maritime projects, providing unique solutions through teamwork and collaboration, and maintaining a family‑orientated culture.

Why choose us?

• We are a company voted by our employees as a certified Great Place to Work, and recognized by Fortune magazine as a Best Workplace in Construction.
• Our culture sets us apart. We strive to make our company the best possible place to work. We work hard to continue to build a culture in which every individual is important and the key to our success.
• Our focus on safety and quality is unmatched in the industry, and our ability to innovate has enabled us to succeed.
• We are a family‑focused company and are determined to provide a rewarding career that offers above‑average compensation.
• We offer an industry‑leading benefits package. We are proud to offer our employees and their families group health, dental and vision insurance plans, 401(K) program with generous matching, annual bonus eligibility and profit‑sharing program.

J.F. Brennan Company, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.