Project Engineer: Schedule & Field Operations Lead

CBRE Group, Inc.; Ashburn, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonuses (select roles)

Job summary

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer to lead planning and feasibility with the Project Manager. You’ll review technical plans, maintain data, and help manage scope, budget and resources for site construction projects.

You will coordinate schedules, QA/QC, safety, and change management, ensuring submittals are timely and accurate while maintaining site standards and producing as‑built records for clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, business management, electrical engineering, construction management or similar experience.
• 5+ years of direct work experience in construction management, data centers, or structured cabling environments.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to define a project, create a scope of work, develop tasks, and drive to completion.
• Proven ability to interpret blueprints and project documents (specs, reporting, quality).
• Experience with inventory control and process improvement.
• OSHA 30 certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise throughout pre-construction and assist in feasibility reviews.
• Keep projects on schedule and on budget, updating logs and schedules.
• Collaborate with client to resolve site challenges and manage submittals.
• Develop and manage project budget estimates and construction schedules.
• Coordinate with Safety, QA/QC and other teams for site training and compliance.
• Assist with Change Orders, RFIs, submittals, and potential design changes.
• Prepare as-builts and close-out documentation; contribute to lessons learned.

Skills

Project management

Blueprint interpretation

Time management

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS, management, electrical or construction

Tools

Bluebeam

MS Office Suite

Job description

CBRE Group, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer to lead planning and feasibility with the Project Manager. You’ll review technical plans, maintain data, and help manage scope, budget and resources for site construction projects.

You will coordinate schedules, QA/QC, safety, and change management, ensuring submittals are timely and accurate while maintaining site standards and producing as‑built records for clients.