Commercial Construction Project Engineer - 2026

Commercial Construction Project Engineer - 2026 Job Description: Build your future in construction management by joining our award‑winning HITT Futures Program as a commercial construction project engineer (PE) at a top national general contractor. Our PE role is designed for college graduates, Veterans, and people as passionate as we are about elevating the business of building. This opportunity provides an immersive, on‑site experience with tailored training topics and a structured, one‑year development plan with a fast track to promotion as an assistant‑level project manager or superintendent. Our paid HITT Futures Program focuses on mentorship, hands‑on learning, professional development, and personal growth, designed to give you the confidence you need to shape your career and the next era of construction leadership. Responsibilities Commit to being fully onsite for the duration of the 12‑month training program to fully shadow, learn, and gain hands‑on experience with the day‑to‑day operations of your assigned project(s). Demonstrate understanding of training topics throughout each phase of the first year, participating fully in performance reviews to ensure knowledge retention and development goals on a 4‑month cadence. Follow all directions, task assignments and coaching offered by your dedicated Futures Program Sponsor (a tenured and experienced superintendent or above). Showcase required professional skills throughout the PE experience, such as the ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally, with a strong focus on professional, audience‑appropriate writing and verbal skills. Organize and manage multiple tasks and priorities at the same time. Demonstrate integrity consistently with The HITT Way and our core values. Seek continuous improvement of knowledge and abilities, internally focusing on self‑improvement and taking initiative. Adapt and exercise flexibility within the ever‑changing world of construction technology, design, means, and methods. Collaborate with people of various backgrounds while maintaining relationships with colleagues, clients, subcontractors, and vendors. Exhibit conscientiousness by being punctual, engaged, and respectful of others. Master required job‑specific and technical skills in order to promote to an assistant superintendent or assistant project manager following the 12‑month training program including, but not limited to, the ability to set up and maintain jobsite office and all jobsite records, manage construction documents, use RFI and submittal logs, make updates to as‑built drawings, direct building and site protection installation, assist in construction tasks, participate in site inspections, update project schedules, perform material take‑offs, place supplier orders, assist in survey and layout, interpret basic tests, run subcontractor meetings, understand cost implications, assist Project Managers with budgeting and client management, and conduct safety meetings and reports. Qualifications High school diploma required. Military experience or a four‑year degree from an accredited university within the Construction, Engineering, Architecture, or Business concentrations strongly preferred. Previous experience on commercial job sites strongly preferred. Passion for construction industry and on‑site work. Ability to learn sector‑ and project‑specific software systems, including but not limited to Microsoft Office 365 (Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint), ProCore, Adobe Suite, BlueBeam, and JD Edwards software suite. Ability to walk and/or stand for long periods of time. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. HITT Contracting is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring and developing the most qualified individuals based on job‑related experience, skills, and merit. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We value a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. HITT Contracting maintains a drug‑free workplace, consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr