Construction engineers are highly precise and creative building professionals. They are passionate about civil engineering construction where they can oversee the design and building of a range of structures. Given their engineering specialty, construction engineers are essential to ensuring that infrastructure around the world is built safely, strongly, and durably.
A construction engineer’s responsibilities span project management, engineering, and construction. Common tasks include overseeing building progress and ensuring people’s safety on construction sites. They also review the project's design to ensure its structurally correct and evaluate the project's structural, electrical, and mechanical condition before, during, and after building. In addition, construction project engineers are responsible for developing project budgets, gathering resources, operating machinery, inspecting equipment, and using computer software for planning and design.
In this career, construction engineers apply their passion for creating with specialized technical knowledge and expertise to procure materials to create an effective construction schedule, ensure the quality of all construction materials, and conduct regular tests to ensure compliance with civil engineering construction regulations. Construction engineers often work closely with civil engineers, structural engineers, building contractors, and other specialists, to guide the building work as specified.
Construction engineers are frequently in demand in the construction industry where building on any scale happens. They can help build homes, offices, bridges, skyscrapers, and other large buildings like tunnels, power plants, dams, and beyond. There is never a dull moment on a construction site, making this career perfect for those who like challenges.
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Function & Control Systems Engineer (w/m/d)
Location: Lindau Bodensee
Branche: Machine & Plant Design
Expertise: Production & Manufacturing
Experience: 3 years
Entwicklung von funktionalen Anforderungen für Motorsteuergeräte Entwicklung von SW-Architekturen aus funktionalen Anforderungen Erstellung von SW Anforderungen für Motorreglerfunktionen Abstimmung der Anforderungen mit den Stakeholdern außerhalb der Elektronikentwicklung Implementierung der Anforderungen, ggf. Überwachung der Implementierung durch Dritte Entwicklung von Source Code und Entwicklertests Entwicklung und Durchführung von Modultests Zuarbeit für den Geräte- und Systemtest sowie anderer Testphasen
Senior Instrument and Controls Engineer
Location: Phoenix
Branche: Mining
Expertise: Controlling
Experience: 3 years
This position will be located in Phoenix, Arizona on a hybrid schedule which requires virtual collaboration as well as attending in-person meetings in Phoenix or at one of our site locations. Amenities at the office include a working café, phone booths and meeting rooms with technology tools for virtual and in-person collaboration. In-person attendance may vary based on the position and department requirements. Duties: Review, investigate and develop appropriate recommendations regarding Instrumentation and Control Systems during the various stages of a project such as: Feasibility Study, Basic Engineering and Detailed Engineering Provide technical expertise and guidance to project teams, resolving technical issues/conflicts and ensuring adherence to project timelines and specifications Supports risk assessments, including PHA/HAZOP,LOPA/SIL assessment and SIL verification and review the safety requirement specifications (SRS) Use of technical judgment in making selections and adaption of engineering alternatives during various stages of project implementation Support the company during the development/preparation of company of company discipline (instrumentation and controls) specification standards Develop both conceptual and detailed Instrumentation and Controls requirements including Instrumentation selection and guidelines to meet project requirements Work with the project team, during various optimization efforts during various stages of project implementation Implement and monitor performance indicators, metrics for measurement of Instrumentation and Controls progress/schedule during various stages of project implementation Prepare weekly/monthly reports to communicate project status and outcomes to stakeholders Collaborate with other disciplines, departments, and company installations/sites to provide technical support and recommendations during various stages of project implementation Ensure compliance with relevant industry codes, standards, regulations, and safety guidelines (e.g., ASME, API, ISO, IEC, ISA) various stages of project implementation Proficiency of Smart-Plant Instrumentation Instrument database Generate and review technical reports, specifications, and data sheets to support project implementation Interpreting P&I Drawings, review/checking loop diagrams, schematics, or other field instrumentation drawings
Project Controls Engineer III - Lead Cost
Location: Pheonix
Branche: Mining
Expertise: Controlling
Experience: 4 years
🕒 Contract Positions - Major Mining Projects The Project Controls Engineer III - Lead Cost will support large-scale mining projects focused on infrastructure project across multiple mine sites. located in Phoenix, Arizona and will eventually move to a 4x1 rotation* in Morenci, AZ at the project site. 🛠️ Key Responsibilities: Lead cost control processes across projects-develop cost control systems, track commitments, accruals, forecasts, and change management Own and manage the cost scope of the change management process using company systems Prepare and deliver weekly, monthly, and quarterly cost performance reports at both project and corporate levels Review design and procurement changes for cost and schedule impacts; identify quantity variances based on MTOs Forecast, evaluate risks, and recommend corrective actions for schedule slippage or cost overruns Interface with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to align scopes and track performance Conduct contractor audits (equipment, time, invoicing) to validate cost accuracy Prepare cost estimates for minor scopes and review change orders for compliance Drive solutions to project controls issues and continuously improve processes
Machinery Control Engineering Specialist
Location: .
Branche: Conventional Energy
Expertise: Planning & Testing
Experience: 5 years
Provide a variety of Machinery Control Engineering supports (in the areas of GE, CCC, DCS, DLN tuning, etc.) to contribute to the division strategy and goals which includes design reviews, studies, commissioning, start-up, failure analysis and advanced troubleshooting as part of punch list and warranty claim resolutions, and Management of Change.Review, validate and support development of advanced machinery control schemes of machines and its drivers (Gas turbine, Steam turbine and variable frequency drives for motor) of new projects to achieve high standards of Reliability, Availability and Cyber Security.Review and develop testing procedures like surge tests, DLN tuning, Machine Test Runs and performance tuning for turbo machinery systems and DCS controls for machineries.Support Factory Acceptance Tests and review performance test results of machines.Validate machinery performance with theoretical calculation and compare to OEM performance maps and actual performance at site.Develop plans and work schedules to ensure effective completion of tasks and activities, meeting the section and division KPIs.Provide technical inputs related to area of expertise to other disciplines and functions as per requirements to support overall business objectives with the key focus being in the area of process and machine interactions.Control and supervise the activities undertaken by contractors, consultants and service providers.Guide less experienced engineers in implementing the company integrity and reliability systems.Maintain Issue Register identifying and resolving critical issues including new technology risks (under area of responsibility) which could impact new project Reliability, Availability and Cyber Security.Prepares discipline handover packages for operating company following startup.Support high risk commissioning activities for high complexities & large-scale projects by (a) undertaking stringent system surveillance, (b) tuning and optimizing machinery control systems, and (c) providing advisory supports to Operations and Maintenance.
Control & Protection Engineer for HVDC Studies - proaktiv (w/m/d)
Location: Ingolstadt
Branche: Conventional Energy
Expertise: Planning & Testing
Experience: 2 years
Entwicklung und Implementierung von Steuerungssystemen für HVDC-Anlagen zur effizienten und sicheren Energieübertragung Gestaltung und Optimierung von Schutzstrategien, um die Systemstabilität und -sicherheit in verschiedenen Betriebsszenarien zu gewährleisten Durchführung von Simulationen und Leistungsanalysen zur Bewertung der Effizienz, Stabilität und Zuverlässigkeit von HVDC-Systemen Sicherstellung der nahtlosen Kompatibilität von HVDC-Anlagen mit bestehenden AC-Netzen, inklusive Netzintegration und -stabilität Erstellung technischer Dokumentationen, Berichte und Analysen zur Unterstützung von Projektentwicklungen und zur Sicherstellung der Transparenz Enge Zusammenarbeit mit interdisziplinären Ingenieurteams, um technische Lösungen abzustimmen und die Projekte erfolgreich umzusetzen
Project Controls Cost Lead
Location: Miami
Branche: Mining
Expertise: Controlling
Experience: 4 years
Overview:We are seeking a Project Cost Lead to support an industrial construction project in Miami, Arizona. This role will provide cost and schedule analysis, reporting, and project controls support under the direction of the Project Controls Manager. The position is site-based.Key Responsibilities:* Track and validate project progress against established rules of credit and update regularly.* Review contractor schedules for accuracy and alignment with the master schedule.* Support project change management by processing change notices, maintaining logs, and reporting updates.* Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly project reports.* Identify scope changes through design reviews and material take-offs.* Evaluate cost and schedule impacts of design or construction changes, RFIs, and site conditions.* Work with the project team to resolve project control issues and recommend solutions.* Forecast project status against baseline schedules and propose corrective actions where needed.* Review contractor invoices, equipment logs, and time sheets for accuracy.* Provide cost estimates for minor scopes of work and validate contractor estimates or change orders.* Support coordination across engineering, procurement, and construction while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.* Perform other related duties as assigned.
Project Controls Manager
Location: Safford
Branche: Mining
Expertise: Quality Management
Experience: 5 years
The contract PCM will oversees project controls functional area for very large, multidisciplinary, high-risk, capital engineering and construction projects from FEED to operations. You will be responsible for project planning and scheduling, cost estimating and monitoring, progress measurement, risk management and reporting. Manage project controls personnel. Responsible for establishing operating policies to mitigate risk. Provides guidance and consultation for project managers and corporate management. Experienced with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. This role will be a 'hands-on' position with the successful applicant undertaking the day-to day cost engineering duties on the owner's team. Essential Functions:* Guide and direct resolution of project difficulties and complex project control issues. Strong analytical skills required to review all project controls information and ensure accuracy as well as identify issues, concerns and potential mitigations. * Interact with the Project Management team and corporate management team and participate in regular project meetings. Gather information and prepare reports and presentations of information as needed on the project.* Identify and communicate design changes, scope changes and schedule slippages and potential impacts and participate in the identification of mitigations. Ensure trends of cost and schedule are identified, manage change management process and communicate and suggest corrective actions.
Labormitarbeiter Quality Control (w/m/d)
Location: Mannheim
Branche: Life Sciences
Expertise: Quality Management
Experience: 1 years
Eigenverantwortliche Organisation und Durchführung von Stabilitätsprojekten - von der Anfrage über die Erstellung von Protokollen bis zum Projektabschluss - in enger Zusammenarbeit mit internen und externen Partnern. Erstellung, Überarbeitung und Review von stabilitätsrelevanten Dokumenten sowie Pflege und Verwaltung der Daten in LIMS und anderen GMP-konformen Systemen. Organisation und Nachverfolgung des gesamten Probenzyklus - inklusive Einlagerung, Auslagerung, Versand und Bereitstellung von Rückstellmustern - zur Sicherstellung termingerechter Prüfungen. Sicherstellung der Einhaltung interner Standards sowie regulatorischer Anforderungen; Mitwirkung bei der Betreuung von Klimaräumen, bei der Archivierung und der Vorbereitung auf Audits. Informationsweitergabe bei Abweichungen oder Kapazitätsengpässen sowie aktive Beteiligung an der Optimierung bestehender Prozesse und Arbeitsabläufe.
Reverse Engineer / Service Engineer (w/m/d)
Location: Mannheim
Branche: Aerospace
Expertise: Planning & Testing
Experience: 1 years
Begutachtung von Schäden an Teilen und Baugruppen von Turbomaschinen Erstellung von Befundberichten und Mengengerüsten als Grundlage für Reparaturangebote Erstellung aller für Reparaturarbeiten in den Werkstätten erforderlichen Unterlagen, Stücklisten und Zeichnungen Sicherstellung der Arbeitssicherheitsanforderungen in der Befund- und Reparaturphase Technische Vertriebsunterstützung
Requirements Engineer (w/m/d)
Location: Mannheim
Branche: Machine & Plant Design
Expertise: Production & Manufacturing
Experience: 2 years
Verantwortung für das Design und die Umsetzung von Teilsystemen innerhalb eines IT-Systems. Anforderungsmanagement: Analyse und Definition funktionaler sowie nicht-funktionaler Software-Anforderungen. Darüber hinaus fungieren Sie als Schnittstelle zwischen Kunden, Anwendern sowie Entwicklern und Programmierern. Außerdem führen Sie Abnahmen, Schulungen, die Gesamtkonfiguration durch und dokumentieren diese. Abgerundet werden ihre Aufgaben durch die Arbeit mit verschiedenen Abteilungen (z.B. Systemingenieure).
Common construction engineer responsibilities
A construction engineer is responsible for performing a range of engineering and construction tasks. Responsibilities may include:
- Managing construction project planning and design;
- Contributing technical expertise to structural drawings and designs;
- Managing the construction of durable structures according to specifications and plans;
- Identifying appropriate materials for construction based on specifications;
- Identifying and resolving any issues arising during building;
- Managing an effective construction schedule with timing and milestones;
- Designing and maintaining technical catalogs and interpreting contracts;
- Preparing progress reports and appraisal reports;
- Collaborating with customers, engineers, specialists, contractors, and construction workers to construct the desired structures;
- Tracking progress and reporting on same;
- Delivering results in line with agreed construction project timelines and budgets;
- Delivering construction project engineering outputs in compliance with relevant requirements, codes, and certifications, and in line with customer needs and demands;
- Assuring the safety and security of team members;
- Training or mentoring team members who are keen to develop their construction engineering knowledge;
- Traveling to construction sites to guide and observe construction.
Qualifications for construction engineers
Construction engineers should have at least a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a similar engineering discipline. A Master’s degree or extensive work experience is an advantage. In some countries, an engineering license may also be required.
Additional supporting skills and experience include:
- 2-5+ years of construction engineering experience;
- Solid understanding of construction methods;
- Knowledge of surveying equipment and construction materials;
- Excellent applied math and analytical skills;
- Experience with diverse computer software, including the latest design and modeling software like AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar;
- Proven experience in project and team management;
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to be able to work easily with customers, engineers, technicians, and other team members.
