Civil Construction Project Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Civil Construction Project Engineer

Location: Leesburg, VA
Job Type: Direct Hire
Starting Salary: $73,000/year — higher compensation available based on experience

Position Overview

Seeking a Civil Construction Project Engineer to support the planning and execution of civil construction projects. This role coordinates subcontractors and field activities, assists with estimating and scheduling, and helps ensure projects meet contract, quality, and safety requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Engineering
• 2–3 years of civil engineering or construction experience , such as Project Engineer, Construction Engineer, Project Manager, or Assistant Project Manager
• Knowledge of construction means, methods, scheduling, contract administration, estimating, and blueprint reading
• Experience coordinating subcontracted and self-performed work
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and construction software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or Autodesk
• Strong organization, communication, and problem-solving abilities
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work safely on active construction sites, including stairs and ladders
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• Civil construction estimating, project coordination, or project management experience
• Experience working as a civil estimator
• Current CQC certification issued by USACE/NAVFAC
• EIT, Associate Constructor (AC), or similar professional credential
• Experience with IDIQ, design-build, or task-order projects
• Government or federal construction contract experience
• OSHA 30
• First Aid/CPR
• Construction Quality Management (CQM/CQC) certification

Benefits

• Healthcare Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• 401(k)
• Employer 401(k) Match
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Paid Time Off

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.