Senior Project Engineer

RQ Construction, LLC; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company匹配

Job summary

RQ Construction, LLC seeks a Senior Project Engineer to support Field Operations projects in Norfolk, Virginia. You will contribute across all construction phases, manage documentation, keep schedules on track, and coordinate communications between teams.

Work closely with PMs, Superintendents, Quality Control, and Site Safety to ensure successful project delivery. Expect growth toward expanded project management on government and private projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; field experience may be considered in lieu of degree
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and general internet applications
• Familiarity with Primavera P3/P6, Viewpoint, BIM, and Revit preferred
• CPR, First Aid, and OSHA 30-hour certifications required
• LEED Green Associate credential is a plus
• QCM certification is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist with project documentation and scheduling
• Coordinate communication between project teams
• Monitor progress and support project execution
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Superintendents, QC, and Site Safety
• Potentially assume expanded project management duties on eligible projects

Skills

MS Office

Outlook

General internet applications

Primavera P3/P6

Viewpoint

BIM

Revit

CPR First Aid OSHA 30

LEED Green Associate

QCM certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

Primavera P3/P6

Viewpoint

BIM

Revit

MS Office

Outlook

Job description

RQ is currently hiring a Senior Project Engineer to support Field Operations projects in Norfolk, Virginia. Project Engineers play an important role throughout every phase of construction, from preconstruction planning and design coordination through final project completion. Daily responsibilities may include assisting with project documentation, maintaining schedules, coordinating communication between teams, monitoring project progress, and supporting overall project execution. Depending on project size and individual experience, candidates may also assume expanded project management responsibilities.

This position works closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, Quality Control personnel, and Site Safety teams to help ensure successful project delivery. This opportunity is ideal for professionals interested in growing a long-term career within the Design-Build construction industry while contributing to projects that directly support U.S. military operations.

Since 1996, RQ Construction, LLC has earned recognition as a trusted leader in Southern California's Design-Build construction market, specializing in both commercial and federal projects. Headquartered in Carlsbad, California, RQ provides fully integrated design and construction services nationwide through dedicated field teams assigned to each project location.

Our expertise focuses on fast-track, ground‑up commercial construction for government and private‑sector clients, with much of our work supporting Department of Defense initiatives and military infrastructure.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary range of $85,000-$100,000, depending on qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline required; equivalent combinations of field experience and training may also be considered
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and general internet applications required
• Familiarity with industry software such as Primavera P3/P6, Viewpoint, BIM, and Revit preferred
• CPR, First Aid, and OSHA 30‑hour certifications required (training available if needed)
• LEED Green Associate credential is a plus
• QCM certification is a plus

Take the next step in your construction career with a team dedicated to quality, leadership, and impactful project work. Join RQ, apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion (all aspects of religious beliefs, observance or practice, including religious dress or grooming practices), marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or a record or history of cancer, and genetic characteristics), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis or status protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance or regulation.

All candidates considered for hire must provide evidence of identity and U.S. work authorization at the time of hire. Additionally, all candidates must successfully pass a drug screening and commercial criminal background check, including a stricter Department of Defense background check, for access to job site at military base (if applicable for position being hired for).