Project Engineer

CBG Building Company; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

CBG Building Company in Norfolk, VA is seeking a Project Engineer to support field operations and office activities on our multi-million-dollar construction projects.

Work alongside a Project Executive or Superintendent and participate in CBG's rotation program across preconstruction, project management, and field operations.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, effective coordination with subcontractors, and adherence to contracts and schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or related field.
• Detail-oriented, able to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day administration of construction operations including contract administration, scheduling, quality control, subcontractor oversight, client relations, and maintaining project documents.
• Estimating, scoping, and administration of subcontracts and change orders.
• Conduct weekly progress meetings and assist with daily reports, safety records, inspections, and material deliveries.
• Coordinate and supervise work to ensure activities follow planned sequence, schedule, jurisdictional requirements, and contract documents.

Skills

Management skills

Communication skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related discipline

Job description

As a Project Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work alongside and learn from either a Project Executive or Superintendent both in the field as well as in the office on one of our multi-million-dollar construction projects. Project Engineers also participate in CBG's rotation program, which allows you to work in several operational areas throughout the company including preconstruction, project management, and field operations.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day administration of construction operations including contract administration, scheduling, quality control, subcontractor oversight, client relations, and maintaining project documents including submittals, RFIs, shop drawings, punch lists, and correspondence.


• Estimating, scoping, and administration of subcontracts and change orders.


• Conducting weekly progress meetings and assisting superintendents with daily reports, job safety records, inspections, and material deliveries.


• Coordinating and supervising work to ensure all work is executed in compliance with planned sequence, schedule, jurisdictional requirements, and contract documents.

Experience and Qualifications

• The ideal candidate has an undergraduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related discipline and demonstrates genuine interest in the construction industry. This individual is detail-oriented, can manage multiple priorities, and has strong management and communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift 35 pounds.


• Must be able to safely navigate a construction project site including walking on uneven surfaces, climbing stairs, and climbing ladders.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CBG Building Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, national origin, color, age, military service eligibility or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected class. We encourage and support workplace diversity.