Project Engineer

2 weeks ago

Woodbridge, VA, United States Michael Page Full time
  • People-first culture with strong mentorship strong communication
  • Rotational start that accelerates your skills across the field and the office
About Our Client

Our client is a civil sitework and land development firm offering turnkey construction services across the region. Established in 2014, they have completed more than 500 projects to date and operate three internal divisions covering estimating, civil construction, and land development services.
  • Annual Revenue: $25M-$30M projected for 2025
  • Employees: ~100 across field and office
  • Backlog: $40M+
  • Project Locations: Typically within 60 miles of their Woodbridge office, with active work in Fairfax, Prince William County, and an upcoming data center project in Thornburg, VA
  • Average Project Size: ~$2.5M, with projects ranging from small commercial work to large transportation and infrastructure projects up to $15M+
  • Reputation: Highly regarded for communication, quality, and repeat business (50% renegotiated with existing clients)
Job Description

Entry Level Project Engineer - Civil Site Development - Woodbridge,VA will:

The Entry-Level Project Engineer will participate in a structured rotational development program designed to build a strong foundation in civil construction. The rotation includes time in estimating, field operations, and project management to provide a full understanding of project lifecycle, communication workflows, and construction processes.

Key Responsibilities Include:
  • Assisting with estimating functions, including takeoffs, quantity analysis, and exposure to PlanSwift and Roctek
  • Shadowing field crews to learn site logistics, production rates, safety, and workflow
  • Supporting Project Managers and Assistant PMs with documentation, cost tracking, change orders, scheduling, and subcontractor coordination
  • Managing tasks using internal tools such as Motion, Excel, Google Suite, and Foundations job cost software
  • Participating in project meetings, client communication, and process development through the company's internal work process templates
This is a full-time, in-office role (M-F) based out of Woodbridge, VA.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Entry Level Project Engineer - Civil Site Development - Woodbridge,VA will have:
  • A degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field
  • Prior internship experience in construction strongly preferred
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in a highly collaborative environment
  • Interest in civil sitework, land development, or heavy civil construction
  • Eager to learn, detail-oriented, and motivated to build a long-term career within project management
What's on Offer

Entry Level Project Engineer - Civil Site Development - Woodbridge,VA will recieve:
  • Bonus: 2%-15% performance-based (project financials, leadership behaviors, client feedback)
  • Mileage reimbursement for site visits
  • PTO: 2 weeks PTO + 1 week sick time, with an additional PTO week added at 3-year tenure
  • Flexible Work Culture: Occasional WFH for appointments, flexibility around late nights/long weeks
  • Healthcare: United Healthcare with ~70-75% employer contribution for individuals and dependents
  • Technology & Tools: Apple IOS systems running Windows; PlanSwift, Roctek, Foundations, Motion, Google Suite, MS Project, and internal CWP templates


Contact

Isabella Cerrutti

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