Construction Engineering Jobs in Washington, DC

A Construction Engineer is a key professional in the construction industry, responsible for designing, planning, managing, and overseeing construction projects. Their work can range from constructing buildings, bridges, and roads to managing water supply systems and sewage treatment plants. They apply the principles of civil engineering to ensure that the structures are safe, sustainable, and of the highest quality. Additionally, they are in charge of managing budgets, hiring subcontractors, and ensuring projects are delivered on time.

Important skills for a Construction Engineer include strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills. They should be proficient with relevant software applications and have a firm understanding of construction materials, methods, and codes. Certifications such as the Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or the Professional Engineer (PE) license can provide a competitive edge. Prior to becoming a Construction Engineer, individuals can hold roles such as a Construction Superintendent, Project Engineer, or Site Engineer, all of which provide an essential foundation in understanding the planning and execution of construction projects.

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Structures Project Engineer

  • Alexandria, VA (5 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 24 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (5 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 24 days ago

What we are looking for : Bachelor's Degree in a related field. 5+ years construction engineering experience....

Project Engineer

  • Alexandria, VA (5 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 24 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (5 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 24 days ago

What we are looking for : Bachelor's Degree in a related field. 7+ years construction engineering experience....

Cybersecurity Implementation Engineer

  • Springfield, VA (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Springfield, VA (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 45+ days ago

Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret/SCI Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family:...

Senior Network Engineer - Remote w/1 Day Onsite

  • Springfield, VA (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Springfield, VA (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 60+ days ago

Type of Requisition: Pipeline Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Secret Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Network Engineering Job...

DevOps Engineer, Sr

  • Springfield, VA (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Springfield, VA (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 90+ days ago

Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret/SCI Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family:...

VMWare Engineer - TS/SCI

  • Annapolis Junction, MD (20 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Annapolis Junction, MD (20 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 90+ days ago

Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret/SCI Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family:...

Cloud Network Engineer, TS/SCI with Polygraph

  • Chantilly, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chantilly, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 60+ days ago

Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Public Trust/Other Required: None...

Test Engineer Senior

  • Germantown, MD (21 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Germantown, MD (21 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 45+ days ago

Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Test Engineering...

Network Engineer Intermediate TS/SCI required

  • Fort Meade, MD (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fort Meade, MD (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 90+ days ago

Type of Requisition: Pipeline Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret/SCI Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Public Trust/Other Required: None Job...

Lead Platform Engineer - Networking (Cloud Operations Resilience Engineering)

  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 30+ days ago

Lead Platform Engineer - Networking (Cloud Operations Resilience Engineering) Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy solving complex technical problems in a...

Senior Platform Engineer

  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 60+ days ago

Senior Platform Engineer Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy solving complex technical problems in a fast-paced, collaborative, inclusive, and iterative...

Construction Project Engineer

  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 12 hours ago

You will be involved in a variety of tasks including project scheduling, bidding, take-offs, procurement and cost controls; as well as the management of RFI's, submittals and change orders....

AV Field Engineer

  • Washington, DC
  • 13 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 13 hours ago

Job Search AV Field Engineer WASHINGTON, DC Job Id: 140606 Job Category: Job Location: Washington, DC Security Clearance: Top Secret Business Unit: Piper Companies Division: Piper Enterprise...

Building Engineer III (HVAC), Day Shift, Plant Operations

  • Rockville, MD (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Rockville, MD (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 14 hours ago

Shady Grove Medical Center If you are a current Adventist HealthCare employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account. Adventist HealthCare seeks to hire an experienced...

Building Engineer I, Day Shift, Post Acute Care Services

  • Rockville, MD (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Rockville, MD (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 14 hours ago

Adventist Rehabilitation - Rockville If you are a current Adventist HealthCare employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account. Adventist HealthCare seeks to hire a Building...

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Salary for Construction Engineering Jobs in Washington, DC

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Highest Education Level

Construction Engineerings in Washington, DC offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.5%
Master's Degree
25.4%
High School or GED
8.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.3%
Associate's Degree
7.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some College
1.1%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Construction Engineerings in Washington, DC
2-4 years
37.5%
1-2 years
12.5%
Less than 1 year
12.5%
None
12.5%
4-6 years
8.3%
6-8 years
8.3%
10+ years
4.2%
8-10 years
4.2%


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