Project Engineer
Holder Construction
Salary undisclosed
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Description
ABOUT US
Holder Construction is a nationally recognized leader in the construction industry, consistently ranked among the top firms on ENR’s Top 400 Contractors list. We are a performance-driven company that believes in rewarding excellence and investing in our people. Our structured career development program empowers associates to grow quickly into expanded roles and responsibilities based on merit. With operations throughout the United States, we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
- Annual bonus program
- Paid time off
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k)-retirement plan
- Night and swing shift differential pay for select roles
We are looking for a Project Engineer to join our Operations team on our team in Richmond,VA. This is a full-time, in-person position.
Key Responsibilities
- Initial responsibilities would include on site trade coordination and management, coordination of material design, fabrication, delivery and installation, ongoing interaction with field supervision, management of cost and design issues (change orders, RFI’s, document updates, etc.) and other responsibilities focused on overall project management and success.
- Read and understand Construction Design Documents and Specifications.
- Perform construction cost estimates and quantity surveys for various scopes of work.
- Overall trade management and coordination, and some level of exposure to BIM.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in a construction/engineering related field OR 3+ years of equivalent work experience
- Successful candidates will also possess outstanding communication and time management skills, computer skills, and the ability to work in a collaborative environment.
Preferred:
- Willingness to relocate as needed.
Holder is committed to Equal Opportunity Employment (EOE).
Substance abuse testing and a background screening is a condition of employment and Holder Construction does not sponsor applicants for immigration status or benefits.
About this role
Holder Construction, a nationally ranked firm on ENR's Top 400 Contractors list, is seeking a Project Engineer for its Richmond operations. This full-time, in-office role sits at the intersection of field coordination and project administration, requiring someone who can manage trades on site, oversee material procurement and installation, and handle the documentation side of construction—change orders, RFIs, and design updates. You'll work closely with field supervision while reading and interpreting construction documents, performing cost estimates and quantity surveys, and contributing to overall project success through coordinated problem-solving.
The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree in construction or engineering, or brings three or more years of directly relevant work experience. Beyond technical knowledge, Holder values strong communication and time management skills, computer proficiency, and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams. Some exposure to BIM is expected, and willingness to relocate as needed is preferred. The company offers a structured career development program tied to merit, competitive compensation with an annual bonus, comprehensive health benefits, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.
Typical pay for this role
$120,000
Typical range: $80,000 to $140,000
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