Traveling Project Engineer — Field Roles & Growth

Nexgen-Contracting; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

NexGen Contracting is seeking a Traveling Project Engineer to join its growing team. This entry-level position offers hands-on experience across project lifecycles in a fast-paced construction environment with opportunities to learn and grow.

You will support safety, cost tracking, scheduling, and procurement while collaborating with field teams, general contractors, and owners under supervision.

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Science, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.

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

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Eagerness to learn

Team collaboration

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Construction Science/Management/Engineering

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

CMIC

MS Project

Job description

NexGen Contracting is seeking a Traveling Project Engineer to join its growing team. This entry-level position offers hands-on experience across project lifecycles in a fast-paced construction environment with opportunities to learn and grow.

You will support safety, cost tracking, scheduling, and procurement while collaborating with field teams, general contractors, and owners under supervision.