Construction Project Engineer – New Grad

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Job Description

AECOM Hunt is seeking a Construction Project Engineer to be based in University Park, PA 

This position is expected to begin in Summer 2025. 

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: 

• Performs a variety of assignments designed to develop professional work 
knowledge and abilities, The responsibilities of this position include, but are 
not limited to: 
• Assist in overseeing activities of construction crafts/trades within an assigned 
area of responsibility. 
• Receives continual supervision and direction in the performance of assigned 
responsibility. 
• Receives technical and operational direction from the assigned 
Superintendent or Project Manager. 
• Assists with the planning and coordination of sub-contractor activities within 
the area of responsibility. 
• Monitor’s subcontractor personnel to ensure adherence with project plans 
and promotes quality control of all installations. 
• Enforces policies, procedures and related work rules as established by Field 
Management. 
• Assists with compliance of the AECOM Hunt safety program that creates a 
safe and healthy work environment on the jobsite. 
• Work with document control systems, project management systems and 
other software or databases to keep information flow up-to-date and 
accurate including but not limited to updating drawings, RFIs, submittals, 
meeting minutes and other documents as required. 
• When requested, interfaces with client, architect, and design professionals to 
ensure compliance to design intent and client satisfaction. 
• Contribute to building good communications between field management, 
project management, subcontractors, suppliers, vendors, and specialty 
contractors to ensure construction complies with plans, specifications, and 
company quality standards. 
• Responsible for continuously expanding and updating professional knowledge 
and honing training skills in order to enhance individual and team innovation 
and productivity. 

CM—AECOM Hunt 
Founded in 1944, AECOM Hunt has earned a reputation for being unconditionally 
client-focused – delivering construction projects on schedule and within budget, no 
matter the scope. From iconic stadiums and arenas to next-gen transportation hubs 
to sustainable healthcare and academic buildings, AECOM Hunt deploys the latest 
technologies, industry-leading safety best practices, and highest ethical standards on 
every project. AECOM Hunt has proven time and again to be industry pioneers in 
delivering the most challenging projects by emphasizing quality and skill-utilization in 
all that we do. As evidenced by our long list of repeat clients, we focus on specific 
needs to create strong relationships and consistently exceed expectations. 

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements: 

• Candidate must have completed Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Building Technology, Civil Engineering, Environmental/Management, or similar major, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience working for a large general contractor. 
• Previous relevant internship experience. 
• Exposure to other construction-based computer programs. 
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, and Outlook), as well as exposure to other construction-based computer programs. 
• Experience engaging with multiple trades on a construction project. 

Additional Information

• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position. 
• Relocation assistance is available for this position. 
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