Project Engineer Co-Op - Newport, KY (Spring 2027)

Messer Construction Co.; Newport (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

EGC Construction, an operating unit of Messer Construction Co., is seeking a Project Engineer Co-op in the Northern Kentucky/Greater Cincinnati area to support project delivery with focus on safety, quality, LEAN planning, scheduling, and cost control.

The ideal candidate is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management with strong organizational and communication skills, able to work non-traditional hours and lift up to 50 lbs., in Newport, KY area on a

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management or related field.
• Good organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work non-traditional hours and adapt to project needs.

Responsibilities

• Support Zero-Injury Safety Program on projects.
• Provide site and building layout support.
• Assist shop drawing and submittal reviews.
• Support quality control using a three-phase process.
• Coordinate scheduled construction activities and resources.
• Expedite components to maintain project schedule.
• Assist change order management and related documentation.
• Support document control and reporting.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Description

EGC Construction, an operating unit of Messer Construction Co., is currently seeking a Project Engineer Co-op with a passion for commercial construction to join our team in the Northern Kentucky/Greater Cincinnati area.

Description

EGC Construction, an operating unit of Messer Construction Co., is currently seeking a Project Engineer Co-op with a passion for commercial construction to join our team in the Northern Kentucky/Greater Cincinnati area.

Headquartered in Newport, Kentucky and have been servicing local, regional, and international clients since 1978. EGC is committed to the safety and continuous improvement of our safety systems. We have received national safety awards as a result of our performance. EGC employees live where they work, resulting in the company’s commitment to building better communities.

The primary responsibility of this position is to assist the Project Engineer and Project Manager in delivering successful projects through a safe work environment, quality construction, effective LEAN planning & scheduling, cost management, collaboration with project stakeholders, and superior customer service. The ideal candidate will possess a desire for growth, long-term thinking, relationship building skills, and a growing familiarity with the construction industry.

What You Will Do

• Support our Zero-Injury Safety Program
• Provide site and building layout
• Assist shop drawing and submittal review process
• Support built-in quality using our three phase quality control process
• Help support and coordinate scheduled construction activities
• Expedite building components & materials to maintain schedule
• Assist change order management process
• Support document control and reporting
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required

What You Will Bring

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree. Civil Engineering/Construction Management or related field preferred.
• Good organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work non-traditional hours
• Possess all auditory, speaking and communicating capabilities
• Physical requirements: sitting, standing, walking, bending, twisting, climbing, pushing, pulling, lifting up to 50lbs., seeing and reading

All EGC employees are required to comply with our Substance Abuse Prevention Policy as a condition of employment. EGC Construction may condition offers of employment upon taking and passing of a post-offer/pre-employment drug screen. EGC Construction does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Candidates who need employer immigration sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position. EGC Construction is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity.