New Grad - Minneapolis MN
The Project Engineer 1 at Confidential Client supports construction and field execution responsibilities by applying construction fundamentals and company best practices. This entry-level role involves managing various construction processes including quality assurance, change management, scheduling, and project documentation, while fostering collaboration with project teams and tradespeople to ensure successful project delivery.
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Role Summary
Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Project Engineer (Project Engineer 1) to support construction and field execution activities on active projects in Minneapolis, MN. This role is a hands-on, learning-focused position that provides exposure to estimating, QA/QC, scheduling, site coordination, procurement tracking, and project closeout tasks. This is a FULL_TIME opportunity. Estimated salary (from source): $94,485 per year (estimated).
What You’ll Do
- Support day-to-day field and construction management tasks on assigned projects
- Participate in safety and quality planning and demonstrate commitment to an injury-free environment
- Assist with quantity take-offs, review subcontractor proposals, and learn change-management processes
- Monitor crew size, self-perform hours, materials, equipment and site productivity metrics
- Help prepare and post current drawings and specifications
- Participate in punch lists, city inspections, safety and quality reviews; prepare associated documentation
- Prepare reports: daily logs, weekly progress, manpower reports, percentage complete, equipment tracking, etc.
- Track shop drawings, create procurement logs, and follow up on deliveries per project schedule
- Support project scheduling updates and progress reporting to the project team
- Assist with closeout activities (punch lists, O&M manuals, as-built drawings)
- Build relationships and collaborate with foremen, superintendents, subcontractors and project team members
- Learn and apply Lean practices and company construction best practices
- Perform periodic job site observations with project leadership
Core Responsibilities (summary)
- Learn and apply fundamentals of means & methods of construction management
- Participate in QA/QC and estimating processes
- Support site coordination, material/equipment tracking, and procurement log maintenance
- Prepare routine project documentation and reports
- Support project closeout and self-perform work integration
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Ability to perform work accurately, completely, and on time
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency with MS Office applications
- Basic knowledge of Lean process and construction technologies
- Understanding of construction trades, scopes of work, and self-perform productivity
- Ability to assess and help optimize project productivity
- Team-oriented with strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field preferred
- Equivalent relevant experience will be considered in lieu of degree
- Entry-level construction experience required (new grads welcome)
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
- May require travel and/or relocation based on project needs
- May require non-traditional hours to meet project schedules
- Possible exposure to extreme hot/cold conditions
- Frequent activity: standing, walking, climbing, bending, reaching above shoulder, pushing, pulling
- Occasional activity: sitting and computer work
Compensation & Benefits
- Employment Type: FULL_TIME
- Estimated pay (source): $94,485 per year — provided as an estimate in the original posting
- Benefits: Professional Non-Union benefits package (details provided by confidential client)
Other Details
- Requisition ID: 64199
- Career path: Project Engineer 2 and beyond
- Reasonable accommodations may be available for applicants with disabilities; contact the confidential client for details.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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