Project Engineer Northern Virginia Per Diem Available

Kokosing Industrial • Leesburg, VA

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About The Position

Kokosing is hiring a Field/Project Engineer for power and industrial construction projects in the Northern Virginia, Alexandria, or Washington, DC area. The role supports engineering, procurement, and construction projects, including power generation and other process-industry work. Local and traveling candidates are welcome; per diem assistance may be available to qualified candidates depending on project location, assignment duration, and business needs. The position may involve frequent relocation for career development opportunities and work at varying locations and conditions.

Field engineers contribute to project safety, quality, cost control, and timely execution. Initial assignments are intended to complement the employee’s experience and education and may involve field operations, project controls, craft management, safety, quality, planning, estimating, and contract administration. Potential future career paths include Superintendent, Lead Project Engineer, Project Controls, and Project Manager.

Requirements

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• Passion for safety and ability to support the company’s “Lead with Safety 24/7” commitment.
• Ability to access all points of a construction site across diverse climates and environments.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, motivation, initiative, and commitment to excellence.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to do what is needed to complete work correctly.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives.
• Ability to balance multiple responsibilities and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a changing environment.
• Strong organization, time-management, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Regular, reliable attendance.
• Ability to work productively, meet deadlines, communicate professionally, and perform work safely and effectively.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work during normal operating hours and work overtime and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Interpret drawings, specifications, and 3D models for field crews and craft workers.
• Prepare work plans and work packages.
• Audit operations for safety compliance.
• Order and schedule material deliveries.
• Track installation progress.
• Perform quality inspections and submit test records.
• Maintain project controls, including developing client reports and updating schedules.
• Generate change orders for review by project management.
• Supervise subcontractor operations.
• Support site logistics and coordinate design and procurement interfaces.
• Review and analyze project data.
• Perform quantity takeoffs from drawings.
• Review project plans and specifications.
• Assist with bid preparation.
• Organize and complete work within given deadlines, including working overtime and weekends as required.
• Follow safety requirements and oral and written instructions, including those concerning warning signs, equipment use, and company policies.

Benefits

• Per diem assistance may be available to qualified candidates, depending on project location, assignment duration, and business needs.
• Career and relocation opportunities.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for eligible employees and dependents.
• Voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs.
• Life insurance.
• Disability coverage.
• Retirement plans with matching.
• Generous paid time off.

What This Job Offers

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