Construction Project Engineer – AECOM Hunt

AECOM•Lincoln, NE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

AECOM Hunt is seeking an enthusiastic, driven entry-level Construction Management Project Engineer to contribute to the historic renovation of Memorial Stadium, home of the Nebraska Cornhuskers, in Lincoln, Nebraska. The position is expected to begin in January 2027 and offers hands-on experience working alongside industry professionals on a collegiate stadium project. The Project Engineer assists with planning and coordinating subcontractor activities, monitoring work for conformance with project plans and quality expectations, and overseeing construction crafts and trades within an assigned area. The role receives continual supervision and direction, including technical and operational direction from the assigned Superintendent or Project Manager, and enforces field-management policies and procedures. The position also maintains accurate, current project information in document-control and project-management systems, including drawings, RFIs, submittals, and meeting minutes. When requested, the engineer interfaces with the client, architect, and design professionals to support design compliance and client satisfaction. The role helps maintain communication among field and project management, subcontractors, suppliers, vendors, and specialty contractors, while continually developing professional knowledge and skills. AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm with more than 50,000 professionals. AECOM Hunt, founded in 1944, has delivered projects across industries including sports, aviation, hospitality, and convention centers. AECOM describes its work as focused on innovative, sustainable, and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

Completed bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Building Technology, Civil Engineering, or a similar major.
Ability to follow directions and interact with all levels of management on a working construction project.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and Bluebeam.
Prior internship experience in the construction industry.
Experience working on a live construction site.
Experience engaging with multiple trades on a construction project.

Responsibilities

Assist with planning and coordinating subcontractor activities within the assigned area.
Monitor subcontractor personnel for adherence to project plans and promote quality control of installations.
Assist in overseeing construction crafts and trades within the assigned area.
Follow direction and receive technical and operational guidance from the assigned Superintendent or Project Manager.
Enforce policies, procedures, and related work rules established by Field Management.
Use document-control and project-management systems, software, and databases to keep project information accurate and current, including drawings, RFIs, submittals, and meeting minutes.
When requested, interface with the client, architect, and design professionals to support compliance with design intent and client satisfaction.
Help maintain communication among field management, project management, subcontractors, suppliers, vendors, and specialty contractors so construction complies with plans, specifications, and company quality standards.
Continuously expand and update professional knowledge and develop training skills to enhance individual and team innovation and productivity.