PROJECT ENGINEER

Branch Civil - Fairfax, VA

Full-time - Entry Level

Fairfax, VA

Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction

About the position

Branch is seeking a highly skilled Project Engineer to oversee all engineering and technical aspects of construction projects, ensuring accuracy and quality through effective organization and planning. This role involves supporting the Project Manager in various tasks including project safety, documentation, scheduling, budgeting, and project closeout.

Responsibilities

• Measure, report and forecast accurate cost and revenue dollars and quantities
• Fully review contract documents, drawings and specifications
• Assist Project Manager in defining project budget and cost codes
• Prepare Initial Budget Adjustments for PM review prior to start of work
• Maintain and update RFI Log, Change Order Log, and Submittal Log
• Maintain and update the Materials Book - Submissions, Certifications, etc.
• Maintain and update the daily Quantities Books for completed work
• Support quality control and ensure approved materials are being used
• Coordinate with Superintendent to draft Construction Work Plans for site activities
• Draft and submit Change Orders to VDOT per PM approval
• Draft and submit RFIs to VDOT per PM approval
• First level approval of subcontractor invoices for PM final approval
• Review and submit end of month billings
• Develop and communicate an effective plan in cooperation with the superintendent
• Monitor work to ensure means and methods are followed and effective
• Maintain and update work activity schedule for PM review
• Review and/or develop material tracking list
• Promote Branch Safety Culture
• Perform pre-punch list walk thru with PM and Superintendent
• Enforce contract close-out timeline and reconcile with Subcontractors
• Review cost data for accuracy and assist PM in generation of projection updates

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field
• 2-4 years of experience in Heavy Highway construction with a strong focus on Roadway/Grading/Paving prior projects for VDOT, NCDOT, WVDOT, and/or MDSHA