Senior Project Engineer — Construction Lead & Field Impact

DPR Construction; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Wellness programs

Job summary

DPR Construction in Richmond, VA seeks a Sr Project Engineer to lead delivery of construction projects. You will apply technical expertise, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure schedules, quality, and safety standards are met on complex tasks.

You will monitor progress, analyze performance metrics, and prepare technical documentation for stakeholders, while mentoring junior team members and driving continuous improvement in project execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture or related field.
• 4–6 years of experience in construction engineering, project engineering, or related field.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification preferred; OSHA 30 completion within 6 months is required.

Responsibilities

• Reviews moderately complex technical aspects of construction projects, ensuring adherence to design specifications and quality benchmarks.
• Coordinates with project managers, architects, and subcontractors to resolve moderately complex technical challenges.
• Reviews and provides feedback on construction drawings, submittals, and change orders for accuracy and alignment with project goals.
• Supports the implementation of project controls, including schedule tracking and cost monitoring.
• Prepares and presents progress reports and technical documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Identifies and mitigates risks on projects through field analysis and engineering solutions.
• Supports less experienced team members in resolving moderately complex project issues and provides technical guidance on safety and quality.

Skills

Construction management

Project engineering

Safety compliance

Stakeholder coordination

Schedule tracking

Education

Bachelor's degree in CM/Engineering/Architecture

Job description

DPR Construction in Richmond, VA seeks a Sr Project Engineer to lead delivery of construction projects. You will apply technical expertise, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure schedules, quality, and safety standards are met on complex tasks.

You will monitor progress, analyze performance metrics, and prepare technical documentation for stakeholders, while mentoring junior team members and driving continuous improvement in project execution.