About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Role overview

Confidential Client is seeking an Entry-Level Graduate Engineer (Construction Engineering) for a hybrid role based in Baltimore, MD. This position blends hands-on field inspection and construction support with office-based engineering, documentation, and coordination tasks. This is an excellent opportunity for recent civil or construction engineering graduates to gain practical project delivery experience.

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What you’ll do

Field responsibilities

• Assist with inspection of construction activities to verify compliance with plans, specifications, permits, and contract requirements.
• Observe and document contractor operations, work progress, and site conditions.
• Perform quantity measurements and assist with verification of contractor payment quantities.
• Monitor construction materials, workmanship, and installation practices.
• Coordinate and document material testing and quality control activities.
• Prepare daily inspection reports, field notes, photographs, and project records.
• Support monitoring of traffic control, erosion & sediment control, and job-site safety practices.
• Attend project meetings and communicate issues to senior staff.
• Support project closeout tasks, punch-list inspections, and as-built documentation.

Office responsibilities

• Review construction plans, specifications, shop drawings, and submittals.
• Prepare reports, spreadsheets, estimates, and project correspondence.
• Maintain electronic project files and construction documentation systems.
• Assist with schedule tracking, quantity reconciliation, and project record management.
• Support project managers and resident engineers with administrative and technical tasks.
• Compile field data and assist in preparation of project status reports.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, utility companies, and regulatory agencies as required.

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Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Willingness to travel to project sites and work outdoors in varying weather.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Preferred

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or ability to obtain within one year.
• Internship or co-op experience in construction, transportation, or civil engineering.
• Familiarity with Procore, Primavera, or other construction management platforms.
• Experience with CAD, GIS, or related engineering software.
• OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety certification.

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Physical requirements & work environment

• Ability to walk uneven terrain, climb stairs, and navigate active construction sites.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Work outdoors for extended periods in varying weather conditions.
• Hybrid work model: on-site field work combined with office/remote documentation and coordination.
• Expected travel: local and regional (Greater Baltimore Area).

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Compensation & benefits

• Target pay: $31.50 - $35.00 per hour.
• Competitive benefits package including:
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Medical / Prescription, Dental, Vision insurance
  • Life insurance; Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Paid Time Off (PTO), holidays, maternity leave
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition reimbursement; Flexible Spending Accounts

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Why work with Confidential Client?

Confidential Client is a multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm focused on project delivery and professional growth. You’ll join a collaborative team, receive mentorship from experienced engineers and inspectors, and gain exposure to transportation, utility, infrastructure, and site development projects that accelerate career development.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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