Project Engineer, Construction Management

Job overview

The Project Engineer, Construction Management role is onsite in Richmond, VA; compensation is not specified. Hourigan is a construction management and development firm focused on complex projects and collaborative client relationships. This entry-level role supports project delivery while providing exposure to construction management career tracks, including field management, project management, preconstruction, virtual design and construction coordination, and safety. The engineer helps coordinate project documentation, subcontractors, quality, schedules, and preconstruction work.

What you'll do

• Assist with contract drawing controls, job management system setup, building permits, and site utilization planning
• support loss prevention, sustainability, and quality control programs
• review and process submittals and shop drawings
• maintain project logs
• verify subcontractor deliveries against approved submittals
• participate in project meetings and prepare reports or minutes
• assist with change proposals, as-built drawings, estimating, quantity take-offs, budgets, procurement, constructability reviews, and safety practices.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

project engineer

construction management

project coordination

preconstruction

quality control

submittals

construction safety

hourigan

richmond va

entry-level

december 2026 graduates

may 2027 graduates

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• short- and long-term disability
• 401(k) employer match
• paid time off.

Why this role

Entry-level opportunity for December 2026 or May 2027 graduates; a construction management, engineering, or related degree is listed, or 0–3 years of progressive construction-related experience.

About the employer

Hourigan Construction Corp. is hiring for this role. Industry: Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. Sector: 23.