Rotational Project Engineer – Career Start Program

Suffolk Construction; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Suffolk Construction in Herndon, VA is launching an entry-level Career Start program for recent graduates. The Project Engineer will participate in a two-year rotation across Project Management, Estimating and Field Operations, gaining practical experience and industry exposure.

This hands-on program emphasizes learning through rotation, supporting bid development, subcontractor coordination, and on-site execution, while you build a foundation for a long-term career with Suffolk's comprehensive

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Liberal Arts, or related field.
• 0-2 years of related experience.
• Computer literate with good communication skills.
• Candiate must possess Suffolk's Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring

Responsibilities

• Assist with subcontractor database and bid documents.
• Prepare quantity take-offs and bid clarifications.
• Develop subcontractor pricing spreadsheets and estimates.
• Participate in project meetings and owner communications.
• Read shop drawings and verify against project documents.
• Support Change Orders and procurement processes.
• Assist in project schedule updates and field documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer literate

Attention to detail

Core values alignment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Digitizer

Spreadsheets

Job description

Suffolk Construction in Herndon, VA is launching an entry-level Career Start program for recent graduates. The Project Engineer will participate in a two-year rotation across Project Management, Estimating and Field Operations, gaining practical experience and industry exposure.

This hands-on program emphasizes learning through rotation, supporting bid development, subcontractor coordination, and on-site execution, while you build a foundation for a long-term career with Suffolk's comprehensive