Spring 2027 Graduates)

Clark Water•Sterling, VA

16h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Engineer role is your opportunity to build a comprehensive understanding of our business from day one. Working as part of the Clark Water team, you’ll be on the front lines of delivering the infrastructure that provides clean water to millions of people—one of our most vital resources. From formal training to mentorship, you’ll develop the technical skills, leadership instincts, and business acumen of seasoned experts. Clark’s network of companies spans every stage of construction, giving you room to explore, specialize, and grow. Through diverse, hands-on experiences, you will gain invaluable insights across our core operations, including project management, project development, field management, and business operations.

Requirements

Pursuing an undergraduate degree (or equivalent) or a master's degree, with an expected graduation in Winter 2026 or Spring 2027
Interest and passion for the construction industry
Be punctual and dedicated, staying until work is done.
Arrive early for meetings and events.
Be a proactive team player – ask how you can help and be present.
Take initiative, represent the company professionally (dress, demeanor), and build trust with your team, clients, and stakeholders.
Proactively seek ways to contribute to team success, and always maintain a positive attitude.
Reliably meet the expectations of your role and commitments.
Understand and follow Clark's standard procedures.
Take on new responsibilities, dig into the details, and bring solutions to problems.
Take ownership, be accountable, and demonstrate responsiveness with a sense of urgency.
Immerse yourself in Clark's culture, your team, and your community.
Fulfill Clark Corporate University learning requirements.
Be engaged, accountable, and self-directed in your learning – be curious!
Continuously build your technical expertise and grow your business acumen.

Responsibilities

Working in project management gives you an understanding of the day-to-day and long-term business and financial management associated with construction projects.
Review gross billings, track change orders, and subcontractor requisitions
Manage the submittals, RFI, and material tracking process
Become a trusted advisor to our subcontractors to plan for a successful field installation
Learn the intricacies of the building process, assist in site logistics, and ensure quality and safety on our jobsites.
Monitor tradeworkers with emphasis on the quality of work and safety
Assist with schedule management and site logistics
Resolve unforeseen challenges within installation, schedule, and trade partner coordination
Understand how we acquire new work, develop winning strategies, and build strong client relationships through budgeting, estimating, and purchasing
Review initial contract documents, solicit, and provide preliminary evaluations of subcontractor bids
Perform quantity takeoffs, prepare the overall bid proposal, and quantify labor and material prices required for projects
Collaborate to execute subcontractor agreements, review the scope of work, and manage relationships with subcontractors
Explore the essential functions that keep our company running smoothly, gaining a holistic view of the Clark organization.
Exceed our clients’ and partners’ expectations by anticipating their needs, desires, and goals.
Building meaningful industry connections to bring potential business opportunities to Clark leadership.
Embrace our "All team members are recruiters" mindset by building and leveraging relationships to help attract and recruit top talent to Clark.