Construction Project Engineer – Pittsburgh, PA

Higley Construction•Pittsburgh, PA

88d

About The Position

The Project Engineer (PE) is an entry-level role offering hands-on exposure to construction operations, safety, project controls, estimating, business development, and other areas of the firm. The PE develops an understanding of company processes, procedures, and systems while exploring career interests and building skills for future leadership. The role works with project teams, department leaders, and field personnel in both office and field environments and supports successful project delivery and service to colleagues and external project stakeholders. This is an evergreen opportunity to build a talent pipeline for future Project Engineer openings in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. An immediate opening may not be available; qualified candidates may be considered for future full-time roles as business needs arise. Previous experience is not required, though one to two years of related experience is beneficial.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a construction-related field, or relevant experience.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for communicating with project teams, clients, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and professional work habits.
Commitment to learning and growth and developing skills for project leadership.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and willingness to learn and use construction management software and technology platforms.
Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills, including identifying issues and developing practical solutions.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
Initiative, adaptability, and willingness to take on new challenges and responsibilities.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with professionalism, integrity, and a customer-service mindset.
Ability to meet the role’s safety-sensitive physical and environmental requirements, including driving to work-related locations, climbing ladders and scaffolding, working at heights and in confined spaces, lifting or adjusting 30–50 pounds, handling tools and equipment, and wearing fall and respiratory protection.
Compliance with required initial pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and company-wide annual and random testing.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of experience in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
Engineering certifications, such as EIT.
Completed co-op work rotations or similar experience.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate an understanding of Higley Construction’s values and ethics.
Read construction drawings and documents and understand general industry terminology.
Contribute to problem solving, process improvement, and initiatives that may extend beyond the position’s scope.
Recognize the value of building professional industry and community relationships.
Manage project engineering duties, including RFIs, submittals, drawing coordination, meeting minutes, and project correspondence.
Help maintain a safe and secure job site.
Assist the Project Manager with change management.
Assist the Superintendent with field coordination and subcontractor management.
Perform other related duties as assigned.