Entry Project Engineer - Civil Construction - Woodbridge, VA

Entry Project Engineer - Civil Construction - Woodbridge, VA

The Entry Project Engineer - Civil Construction - Woodbridge, VA will be responsible for:

• Participate in a structured rotational training program across estimating, field operations, and project management.
• Assist with quantity takeoffs, bid preparation, cost estimates, and subcontractor/vendor pricing.
• Support project teams with scheduling, budgeting, document control, and job cost tracking.
• Spend time in the field learning construction operations, site logistics, and project execution processes.
• Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, estimators, and field personnel to ensure project success.
• Utilize construction management software, scheduling tools, and Excel to support daily operations.
• Attend project meetings and actively contribute to project planning and communication efforts.
• Learn company processes, best practices, and operational standards through hands-on mentorship.
• Track project progress and assist with reporting, forecasting, and project documentation.
• Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal team members.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

A successful Entry Project Engineer - Civil Construction - Woodbridge, VA should have:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.
• Open to candidates with alternative educational backgrounds who demonstrate a strong interest in construction.
• Construction internship experience strongly preferred but not required.
• Eager professional with 1-2 years of Project Engineering, Estimating, or Assistant Project Management experience.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to learn new construction management software and technologies.
• Desire to build a long-term career within the construction industry.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to local project sites.
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening and provide professional references.

The Entry Project Engineer - Civil Construction - Woodbridge, VA will receive:

• Base salary: $70,000 - $85,000+ depending on experience.
• Performance-based bonus program ranging from 2% to 15%.
• Three-tier bonus structure tied to project performance, leadership competencies, and client satisfaction.
• Mileage reimbursement for project site visits.
• Comprehensive medical coverage with multiple plan options.
• Employer contributes approximately 70-75% of employee healthcare costs.
• Flexible work environment with strong emphasis on work-life balance.
• Two weeks of PTO plus one week of sick time, with additional PTO earned through tenure.
• Clear career advancement opportunities within a rapidly growing organization.