Project Engineer

DPR Construction • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

The Project Engineer supports the successful delivery of construction projects, working independently with knowledge of project activities. The role collaborates with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders to meet project requirements, timelines, and quality standards. It contributes to efficient execution by monitoring progress, identifying routine and non-routine issues, and recommending solutions. The Project Engineer also shares general project knowledge and participates in continuous improvement initiatives involving moderately complex tasks and processes.

The position includes reviewing construction documents, coordinating technical responses, monitoring schedules, budgets, and labor productivity, supporting quality and safety protocols, maintaining project records, and communicating project updates. Regular field presence supports safe work execution, including participation in safety meetings and high-risk activity planning and controls.

DPR Construction is a private, employee-owned general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects in advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education, and commercial markets. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 0–4 years of experience in construction engineering, project engineering, or a related field.
• Complete the OSHA 30-Hour Construction program within 6 months of hire.
• Be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and not require current or future employment visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification.

Responsibilities

• Review construction drawings, specifications, and submittals for accuracy and compliance with project goals.
• Maintain regular field presence to support safe work execution, attend safety meetings such as stretch and flex, and engage in high-risk activity planning and controls.
• Coordinate with project managers and project teams to address standard technical questions and resolve general project issues.
• Monitor standard project schedules and budgets, track labor productivity, and report variances to support timely corrective actions.
• Support implementation of standard quality assurance and safety protocols throughout all project phases.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including progress reports and technical records.
• Identify opportunities for incremental improvements and contribute to developing leading practices with guidance.
• Participate in project meetings and communicate updates to team members and stakeholders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level