Project Engineer - Entry Level Tennessee Region 2026 - 2027

86 Walsh Federal, LLC; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Walsh Group, Ltd. seeks a Project Engineer to support our Tennessee region by coordinating field activities, managing document control, and assisting with procurement and subcontractor coordination.

Ideal candidates have 1+ years of experience and a bachelor’s degree; relocation may be required. This role offers growth within a family-owned firm backed by a large national footprint.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in project engineering or construction.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Relocation may be required for certain roles.

Responsibilities

• Document control (RFIs, submittals, change orders, claims, etc.).
• Assisting and supporting project team with daily project coordination.
• Procurement of construction materials.
• Quality Control / Quality Assurance checks.
• Coordination of subcontractors.
• Survey and project layout.
• Weekly pictures for progress reports.
• Manage construction equipment.
• Safety management.
• Project estimating.

Skills

Document control

Project coordination

Procurement

Quality control

Subcontractors coordination

Survey and layout

Safety management

Project estimating

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

OVERVIEW

We are currently seeking a Project Engineer for our Tennessee Region. Are you someone who flourishes on solving problems? Do you leverage data to make decisions and recommendations? Are you excited about working on a team collaboratively to solve these problems? Do you inspire people to want to do better? Walsh Project Engineers are bright and caring people who are motivated by a challenge. They get things done because they plan their work and then work their plan. They put the same amount of time into building and maintaining relationships as they do in managing their production. As a fourth-generation, family-owned business, Walsh recruits individuals who are seeking a small company feel with a large company backing. Walsh is a successful fast-growing company at the forefront of technology and is committed to being the employer of choice to our employees and the builder of choice to our customers. Walsh is a company where, when you work hard, you will be recognized.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Document control (RFIs, submittals, change orders, claims, etc.)
• Assisting and supporting project team with daily project coordination
• Procurement of construction materials
• Quality Control / Quality Assurance checks
• Coordination of subcontractors
• Survey and project layout
• Weekly pictures for progress reports
• Manage construction equipment
• Safety management
• Project estimating

QUALIFICATIONS

• 1+ years of experience
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Previous internship, co-op, or employment experience is a plus
• Specific roles may require relocation

The Walsh Group, Ltd. Is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified applicants with disabilities to compete for jobs. To request a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please contact the Human Resources Department at 312-563-5905 or [e-mail].

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Veteran Salary Range Disclaimer Please note that job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, including but not limited to: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for a bonus and other benefits.

Founded in 1898, The Walsh Group is a fourth-generation family-owned business providing design, build, finance and operation services for a wide variety of construction projects. We are consistently listed among the largest contractors in the United States, operating out of 21 strategically located regional offices across North America. Our three companies are united by a shared dedication to exceptional customer service, while upholding the highest standards of ethics, quality and safety.