Entry Level Construction Project Engineer - New York Building Envelope

Structural9 months ago
Hawthorne, NJ, United States
On-site
Full-time
Beginner Level (< 1 year)

Job Description

Position Overview

STRUCTURAL integrates technology-driven solutions with specialty contracting services to improve, protect, and enhance existing infrastructure. As the largest concrete repair contractor in the United States, STRUCTURAL employs thousands nationwide and in select international markets while serving as the open‐shop contracting business line for Structural Group.

In this role, you will participate in the Project Engineer Career Development (PECD) program – a cornerstone of our growth philosophy focused on in-field learning and mentorship. You will master critical construction skills such as scheduling, estimating, budget preparation, safety management, quality control, and client relations, enabling you to progress into roles in project management, estimating, construction management, and more.

Location: Hawthorne, NJ. The position is primarily in-office at New York Building Envelope, a team specializing in repairing envelopes and facades of high-rise structures in New York City, along with rope access support and inspection work.

Key Responsibilities

  • Scheduling and production rate tracking
  • Estimating and budget preparation with project cost control
  • Safety management and quality control
  • Business development and client relations
  • Field resource management

Required Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor's Degree is required – preference for Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field; cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher.
  • Requirements: At least one relevant internship experience; excellent verbal and written communication skills; exceptional documentation and organizational skills; aptitude for problem-solving; reliable transportation to job-sites.

Benefits & Perks

  • PECD Program providing hands-on development
  • Internal career flexibility and growth opportunities
  • Continuing education reimbursement
  • Bonus structure dependent on performance
  • Cell-phone reimbursement
  • 401(k) with a 6% company match, eligible upon hire
  • 15 days of vacation available upon hire
  • Wellness benefits including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, critical illness, and FSA

Required Skills

Problem Solving
Organizational Skills
Scheduling and Production Tracking
Estimating and Budget Preparation
Construction Management
Communication
Quality Control
Safety Management