Construction Project Engineer I

AECOMs Water Business Line is seeking a Construction Project Engineer to support the construction management team. This role will be based in Pittsburgh PA.

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

• Gathers and correlates basic data from plans and specifications to validate and evaluate contractor installations using established and well-defined procedures.
• Works on routine engineering assignments involving calculations and relatively simple tests or drawing/sketch.
• Identifies discrepancies in quality of work installed by contractor as variances from design documents.
• Provides guidance to field inspection staff on quality of documentation and quality of contractor work installations.
• Performs work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule with little supervision.
• Reviews contractor pay applications for unit price pipeline (water sewer) utility installation quantities with data collected from inspector daily reports.
• Performance at this level requires developmental experience in a professional position.
• Assists with the planning and coordination of contractor activities within the area of responsibility to include permitting and meeting all guidance with permits as issued.
• Monitors contractor 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 safety program that creates a safe and health work environment through the job site and adheres to OSHA safety and record keeping requirements.
• Prepares reports as required and keeps supervisors informed on progress of overall assigned activities.
• Under guidance of Project Manager or Field Manager monitors work performance and of contractors to ensure project plans and schedules are followed.
• Ensures compliance with all internal and external record keeping requirements.
• Uses current construction management system (e-builder/Trimble Unity) to perform record-keeping tasks including reviewing inspectors daily diaries maintaining project logs and retrieving RFIs submittal logs and agreements.
• Duties will include management of: meeting minutes daily reports materials ticket books material testing certified payrolls deliverables and performing additional project administrative procedural requirements to include supporting quality control evaluations of inspector submissions and contractor work.
• When requested interfaces with client and design professionals to ensure compliance to design intent and client satisfaction.
• Contribute to building good communications between field management project management estimating procurement suppliers vendors and specialty contractors to ensure construction complies with plans specifications and company quality standards and that the project is completed on time and within budget.
• Responsible for continuously expanding and updating professional knowledge and honing training skills in order to enhance individual and team innovation and productivity

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in civil engineering or related discipline or a demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Valid U.S. Drivers License and as a condition of employment must be able to pass AECOMs Motor Vehicle Records review
• Strong understanding of the relationships between design and construction practices

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in civil engineering or related discipline 2 years of construction experience
• GIS/ESRI ProCore Trimble Unity or BlueBeam experience.
• Thorough understanding of construction principles and practices
• Good active written and verbal communication with construction personnel and engineers

Additional Information :

• This position does not offer relocation assistance.
• Sponsorship for US Employment Authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time