Commercial Construction Project Engineer

Position Overview

Every day, our team members do amazing things at HITT, building trust with our clients, partners, subcontractors, and teammates. Join us as a Commercial Construction Project Engineer and build your future in construction management through our paid HITT Futures Program. This award-winning program is designed for college graduates, Veterans, and passionate professionals looking for immersive, on-site experience with structured mentorship, professional development, and a fast track to promotion.

Key Responsibilities

• Commit to being fully onsite for the entire 12-month training program to shadow, learn, and gain hands-on experience with day-to-day project operations.
• Demonstrate understanding of training topics and participate actively in performance reviews every 4 months.
• Follow all directions, task assignments, and coaching provided by your dedicated Futures Program Sponsor.
• Showcase required professional skills, including:
  • Communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally.
  • Organize and manage multiple tasks and priorities.
  • Demonstrate integrity consistent with The HITT Way and core values.
  • Seek continuous improvement and take initiative.
  • Adapt to the evolving construction technology, design, and methods.
  • Collaborate effectively with diverse teams including colleagues, clients, subcontractors, and vendors.
  • Exhibit punctuality, engagement, and respect at all times.
• Master job-specific and technical skills to advance to an assistant superintendent or assistant project manager role, including:
  • Maintain jobsite office records such as directories, reports, and logs.
  • Update as-built drawings and interpret basic coordination drawings.
  • Direct building and site protection installations and ensure safety compliance.
  • Assist in construction tasks and participate in site inspections to ensure quality workmanship.
  • Update project schedules as directed.
  • Perform material take-offs, process supplier orders, and handle material deliveries.
  • Utilize survey and layout instruments under guidance.
  • Interpret basic tests and reports (e.g., air balance, soils, concrete tests).
  • Conduct subcontractor foremen meetings when directed.
  • Understand and manage cost implications associated with construction tasks.
  • Assist Project Managers with budgeting and client management.
  • Implement HITT's Corporate Safety Program through weekly safety meetings, toolbox talks, and required safety reports.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Military experience or a four-year degree in Construction, Engineering, Architecture, or Business is strongly preferred.
• Previous experience on commercial job sites is strongly preferred.
• A passion for the construction industry and on-site work.
• Proficiency in software systems including Microsoft Office 365, ProCore, Adobe Suite, BlueBeam, and JD Edwards.
• Ability to walk or stand for long periods and lift up to 50lbs.