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Entry Level Project Engineer - Civil Construction - NoVA

Woodbridge, Virginia Permanent USD70,000 - USD85,000 per year View Job Description
Launch your construction management career with a structured rotational program designed to develop future project leaders. You'll gain experience in estimating, field operations, and project management while working on civil site development projects throughout Northern Virginia.
  • Fast-track your construction career through hands-on project exposure
  • Join a growing contractor with $40M+ in backlog and zero PM turnover

About Our Client

Our client is a rapidly growing construction and development organization that delivers complex infrastructure and site development projects throughout the region. Known for its people-first culture, strong client relationships, and collaborative environment, the company invests heavily in developing the next generation of construction professionals.

Job Description

The Entry Level Project Engineer - Civil Construction - NoVA will:

  • Participate in a structured rotational development program focused on estimating, field operations, and project management.
  • Support project teams on commercial, multifamily, residential, and transportation site development projects.
  • Assist with project planning, scheduling, documentation, and coordination efforts.
  • Work closely with field superintendents and project managers to monitor project progress and resolve challenges.
  • Help track project costs, budgets, and production quantities.
  • Conduct site visits to observe construction activities and gain practical field experience.
  • Coordinate communication between clients, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams.
  • Utilize Microsoft Project, Excel, and company project management systems to support project execution.
  • Learn company processes for safety, quality, cost control, and project delivery.
  • Collaborate with experienced construction professionals in a highly communicative team environment.



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

he Entry Level Project Engineer - Civil Construction - NoVA will have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.
  • Individuals with internship or entry-level construction experience.
  • Internship experience within construction, engineering, or related industries is preferred.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills.
  • Desire to build a long-term career in project management and civil construction.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
  • Ability to travel to project sites throughout Northern Virginia.
  • Valid driver's license.

What's on Offer

The Entry Level Project Engineer - Civil Construction - NoVA will receive:

  • Structured rotational training across estimating, field operations, and project management.
  • Exposure to projects ranging from $2M to $15M+ in value.
  • Strong mentorship from experienced construction leaders.
  • Performance-based bonus program with significant earning potential.
  • Industry-leading employee retention and a people-first culture.
  • Compensation: $70,000 - $85,000+ DOE
  • Bonus: Performance-based bonus (2% to 15%)
  • Location: Woodbridge, VA (5 days in office with local project travel)
Contact
Carolyn Bayha
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7114646

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Where
Woodbridge
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Carolyn Bayha
Job Reference
JN-092026-7114646
 

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