Project Engineer

RDM Recruiting; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Raleigh, NC-based client is seeking a Project Engineer to join the team. The role blends office work with field travel to project sites in the region, supporting submittals, RFIs, and cost tracking under senior Project Managers.

You’ll learn the business from preconstruction through closeout, with most engineers advancing to Project Manager in 18 to 24 months and extensive hands-on training in construction methods and QA/QC on site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil, Structural, or Industrial Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent hands‑on industry experience will also be considered.
• 0 to 3 years of experience. Recent graduates with construction internships are encouraged to apply.
• Strong organization and the ability to juggle several projects at once.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• A genuine interest in building a long‑term career in project management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, and change orders
• Review plans and specifications for accuracy, constructability, and scope
• Purchase materials, track lead times, and coordinate with vendors and suppliers
• Support cost tracking, forecasting, billing, and schedule updates
• Support QA/QC on site and document field conditions
• Coordinate with general contractors, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams
• Take part in safety walks and support a strong jobsite safety culture
• Assemble closeout packages, including O&M manuals, as-builts, and warranty documents

Skills

Organization

MS Office

Driver's license

PM interest

Education

Construction/Engineering degree

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

Job description

Raleigh, NC | Full Time | On-site with field travel

About the Company

Our client is a national leader in water infrastructure. They’re a specialty contractor that builds and repairs concrete water storage structures for municipalities and utilities across the country. With decades of history and a strong reputation, they’ve grown rapidly in recent years and are expanding their team in Raleigh. Their culture is close-knit, leadership knows employees by name, and many of today’s leaders started in this exact role.

The Opportunity

This is a true career track into project management, not a licensed engineering or design role. As a Project Engineer, you’ll work alongside experienced Project Managers and field teams, learning the business from preconstruction through closeout. Most Project Engineers are promoted to Project Manager within 18 to 24 months.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and manage submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, and change orders
• Review plans and specifications for accuracy, constructability, and scope
• Purchase materials, track lead times, and coordinate with vendors and suppliers
• Support cost tracking, forecasting, billing, and schedule updates
• Support QA/QC on site and document field conditions
• Coordinate with general contractors, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams
• Take part in safety walks and support a strong jobsite safety culture
• Assemble closeout packages, including O&M manuals, as-builts, and warranty documents

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil, Structural, or Industrial Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent hands‑on industry experience will also be considered.
• 0 to 3 years of experience. Recent graduates with construction internships are encouraged to apply.
• Strong organization and the ability to juggle several projects at once
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• A genuine interest in building a long‑term career in project management

Nice to Have

• Experience with a specialty contractor, concrete, heavy civil, or water and wastewater
• Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, or MS Project
• OSHA 30 and First Aid, CPR, and AED certification

The role is a mix of office and field work, with regular travel to project sites in the region. Travel expenses, including per diem and lodging, are covered. Full hands‑on training in the company’s construction and repair methods is provided.