Project Engineer - Commercial Construction

Absher Construction•Washington, DC

18d•$80,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

At Absher Construction, a 100% employee-owned company with over 85 years of experience, we are seeking a Project Engineer to support field and office operations. This role involves partnering with the Project Manager and Superintendent to ensure quality project delivery, offering hands-on responsibility with a clear path for growth. The Project Engineer will help manage daily coordination, documentation, budgeting, compliance, and communication from project start-up through closeout.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field or construction certificate program
3–5 years of relevant construction experience
Solid understanding of construction processes, documentation, and safety standards
Tech-savvy and comfortable with scheduling and project management tools
Able to read and interpret plans, specs, and submittals
Organized, dependable, and comfortable handling confidential information
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent time management and accountability for meeting deadlines

Responsibilities

Coordinate project planning, integration, and completion of assigned scopes
Prepare and manage contracts, submittments, RFIs, change orders, and material procurement
Lead on-site engineering activities and maintain liaison with design teams and clients
Attend project meetings and support owner meetings with project management
Assist in preparing project status reports and closeout documentation
Review design documents for compliance with engineering and contract requirements
Monitor technical progress, testing, and resolution of design and construction issues
Track and manage costs to ensure alignment with project budgets
Promote and support site safety efforts through personal actions and team mentorship