Project Engineer/Construction Surveyor

J.F. Brennan Company, Inc.; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company specializing in water-based environmental remediation is seeking an Entry-Level Project Engineer. This role involves supporting project management and engineering tasks in hydrographic surveying, offering a great opportunity for recent graduates to launch their careers. Candidates will travel to jobsites and collaborate with teams to ensure project success while adhering to safety and quality standards.

Benefits

Group health, dental and vision insurance

401(K) program with generous matching

Annual bonus eligibility

Profit-sharing program

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in heavy civil construction required; Hydrographic or construction surveying preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter, highly organized, and creative.

Responsibilities

• Perform hydrographic and bathymetric surveys, including data collection and processing.
• Assist in the preparation of project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Prepare reports and documentation related to project status and outcomes.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Entry-Level Project Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will support project management and engineering tasks, assisting in the planning and execution of hydrographic surveying and related field operations for a specific project. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or individuals with limited experience to kick-start their careers in surveying and project management.

The ideal candidate can be based anywhere in the U.S. and will travel to jobsites to perform field hydrographic surveys, post-process data, and report findings.

• Perform hydrographic and bathymetric surveys, including data collection, processing, calibration, and troubleshooting of positioning systems.
• Ensure data accuracy, prepare documentation, and report findings using advanced surveying instruments and GPS technologies
• Assist in the preparation of project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Support the coordination of project activities, including resource allocation and logistics.
• Participate in site visits to monitor project progress and ensure compliance with specifications.
• Help review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and other technical documents.
• Collaborate with the project team to identify and resolve issues as they arise.
• Prepare reports and documentation related to project status, risks, and outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Ensure that all work complies with industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Ability to travel to jobsites up to 80-100% of the time based on project type and requirement
• Other job-related duties are necessary to carry out the responsibilities of this position

Project Engineer Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1-3 years of experience in heavy civil construction required; Hydrographic or construction surveying is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, on computers and other electronic devices
• Strong interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter, highly organized, and creative
• Superior time management and organizational capabilities, including the ability to accurately benchmark project length, deliver on deadlines

Who is Brennan?

J.F. Brennan Company, Inc. (Brennan) is a100-year-old,family-owned company that specializes in water-basedenvironmental remediation andmarine 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.

• Ourculture 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 onsafety 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.

Notice to Staffing Agencies

J.F. Brennan Company Inc. (“Brennan”) and its subsidiaries will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Brennan, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Brennan mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Brennan employees, or to Brennan’s resume database will be considered Brennan property. Brennan will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Brennan will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Brennan’s recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Brennan will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such an agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Brennan’s Chief Human Resources Officer or his/her designee. No other Brennan employee is authorized to bind Brennan to any agreement regarding the placement of candidate by Agencies.

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