Traveling Project Engineer — Concrete Construction Leader

Nexgen-Contracting; Franklin (TN); Remote; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

NexGen Contracting in Franklin, TN, seeks a Traveling Project Engineer to join the Concrete Team. This entry-level role provides hands-on experience across project lifecycles, with travel between sites and close collaboration with general contractors and owners.

You will support safety, cost reporting, scheduling, procurement, change orders, and field productivity while learning company standards and industry regulations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Science, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field; or four years of construction experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Project).
• Basic knowledge of construction software such as Procore, Bluebeam, CMIC.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving abilities.
• Eagerness to learn, improve, and contribute to a team.
• Attention to detail and a strong commitment to safety and quality.
• Ability to adapt to different roles within the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project safety compliance efforts.
• Support the understanding and distribution of job cost information and project estimates.
• Contribute to project sequencing and scheduling efforts.
• Help track project progress and participate in the analysis of production.
• Assist in project cost reporting and other administrative duties.
• Support material/equipment procurement processes.
• Help manage change order requests and tracking.
• Coordinate with general contractors/owners under supervision.
• Assist with reporting requirements, including field time and productivity, materials, safety, and other relevant aspects.
• Learn and comply with company standards and industry regulations.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical mindset

Eagerness to learn

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Construction Science/Construction Management/Engineering

Or at least four years of relevant construction experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Procore

Bluebeam

CMIC

Job description

NexGen Contracting in Franklin, TN, seeks a Traveling Project Engineer to join the Concrete Team. This entry-level role provides hands-on experience across project lifecycles, with travel between sites and close collaboration with general contractors and owners.

You will support safety, cost reporting, scheduling, procurement, change orders, and field productivity while learning company standards and industry regulations.