Entry Level Project Engineer I

AECOM is actively seeking a highly motivated Entry-Level Project Engineer for employment in the Atlanta, GA office. AECOM is pleased to include you in a unique development opportunity, the Graduate Development Program (GDP). This program is designed to support your assimilation into the organization and assist with creating a foundation of knowledge for a successful career at AECOM. You will gain experience in your discipline through learning on the job and participate in development opportunities during the program, including access to AECOM’s social media resources, group mentoring, and professional networking. The program also has learning activities that will be available to you, including webinars and on-line programs.

Imagine working on rewarding projects within a diverse culture, and having access to exceptional training and career development opportunities. Working at AECOM means being part of a global team, working with award-winning professionals across the world. Aspire to be a key player on some of the best projects regionally, with opportunities to work on projects nationally or internationally. Our people bring deep industry knowledge to help you succeed.

The Project Engineer assists the Project Manager in the administration of project cost and scheduling systems; performs estimating functions for changes and addenda; supervises the document and shop drawing control systems; ensures the smooth flow of information between the design team, consultants and contractors.

+ Plans and coordinates work on a very large or complicated project or on a major project at which exists unique problems in schedule, construction or design

+ Directs, as requested, engineering activities in preparation of project proposals, including estimates for engineering staffing, quantities, scope reviews, schedules

+ Establishes and maintains access to technical experts in the advanced technologies pertinent to the project, and sets up channels of communication to bring this expertise to bear effectively on the engineering effort

+ Requires a broad knowledge of administrative practices and skill in negotiation with representatives of the client and other organizational entities

+ Directs preparation of quantity listings of field purchased material and equipment

+ Supervises preparation of construction drawings and schedules

+ Supervises design of temporary construction facilities and ensures preparation of “as built” drawings and other job plans

+ Assists subordinate construction engineers and superintendents in interpreting design drawings and monitoring equipment installation, planning for delivery of construction materials and equipment

+ Reviews specifications, purchase orders, subcontracts, inspection reports, delivery schedules, instruction manuals and technical data to assist and advise on-site

+ Administers assigned subcontracts

+ Coordinates with the Project Manager on activities affecting the contract administration operation

+ Administers subcontract changes and interfaces with client personnel

+ Reviews and/or supervises, as assigned, the preparation of construction estimates, cost engineering studies, schedules and budgets

Minimum Requirements

+ Engineering or Construction Management degree required

+ Highly motivated self-starter

+ Must be able to speak, read, write and understand English

Preferred Qualifications

+ Previous internship experience at CM company

+ Technical knowledge of a specialized engineering discipline cost scheduling and/or contracts administration relating to the construction of heavy industrial or commercial complexes

+ Knowledge of related construction practices and the economics involved including current knowledge of new methods of design and construction

What We Offer

AECOM is a place where you can put your innovative thinking and business skills into high gear and work alongside other highly intelligent and motivated people. It’s a place where you can apply your skills to some of the world’s most challenging, interesting, and meaningful projects worldwide. It’s a place that values the diversity of our areas of practice and our people. It’s what makes AECOM a great place to work and grow. AECOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At AECOM, employee’s safety and security are our top Safeguarding core value. All employees are expected to set the highest level of safety expectation in their work, display the highest level of safe behavior, and actively participate in AECOM’s Safety For Life Program. SH&E is a part of our company culture and participation is required for all employees.

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