Assistant Project Manager – Civil Construction

Civil Construction Project Engineer
Location: Leesburg, VA
Job Type: Direct Hire
Starting Salary: $73,000/year — higher compensation available based on experience
Position Overview
Seeking a Civil Construction Project Engineer to support the planning and execution of civil construction projects. This role coordinates subcontractors and field activities, assists with estimating and scheduling, and helps ensure projects meet contract, quality, and safety requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering , or a related field

• 2–3 years of civil engineering or construction experience , such as Project Engineer, Construction Engineer, Project Manager, or Assistant Project Manager

• Working knowledge of construction means and methods, scheduling, contract administration, estimating, and blueprint reading

• Experience coordinating subcontracted and self-performed work

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or Autodesk

• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities

• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed

• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to work safely on active construction sites, including climbing stairs and ladders

• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship
• Background in civil construction estimating, project coordination, or project management

• Experience working as a civil estimator

• Current CQC certification issued by USACE/NAVFAC

• Engineer in Training (EIT) or Associate Constructor (AC) credential in good standing

• Experience with IDIQ, design-build, or task-order projects

• Experience supporting government or federal construction contracts

• OSHA 30 certification

• First Aid and CPR certification

• Construction Quality Management (CQM/CQC) certification

• EIT, AC, or similar construction industry credential
• Healthcare Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Short-Term Disability

• 401(k)

• Employer 401(k) Match

• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

• Health Savings Account

• Paid Time Off