Construction Engineering Jobs in Virginia Beach, VA

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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Project Engineer

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 24 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 24 days ago

What we are looking for : Bachelor's Degree in a related field. 6+ years construction engineering experience....

Senior Project Engineer

  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 24 days ago

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

Tunnel Field Engineer

  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 24 days ago

What we are looking for : Bachelor's Degree in a related field required. 1+ years of construction engineering experience required....

Field Engineer

  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 24 days ago

Construction engineering experience or knowledge required....

Water Resources Project Engineer

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 1 day ago

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,400 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture,...

Hyperbarics Project Engineer

  • Portsmouth, VA (21 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA (21 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 2 days ago

. + Successful management of change orders and risks are required. + The PE provides primary customer interface throughout the project lifecycle. + Utilizing project team members, manages the application...

Structural Engineer (Bridge Focus) - Senior Level

  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Moffatt & Nichol is actively seeking a Senior Structural Engineer with 15+ years of experience with bridge, transportation, and/or rail structure projects to join our Norfolk, VA office. As the...

Field Engineer II (Heavy Civil Construction)

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 7 days ago

Job Overview Skanska is searching for a dynamic Field Engineer II. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that builds things that matter and values its team. We are proud to...

Project Engineer

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 7 days ago

KCI is among the top engineering firms in the nation, and our 100% employee ownership gives our team a powerful stake in our own future.

Field Engineer

  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 8 days ago

testing Apply survey knowledge to assist with project layout and checking of work to confirm work is in conformance with plans and specifications Provide document control assistance for correspondence, submittals...

Civil Project Engineer II/III - Water & Wastewater

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 10 days ago

Timmons Group is currently seeking a Civil Project Engineer II/III - Water & Wastewater candidate to join our Water & Wastewater Group located in our Virginia Beach, Virginia office location....

Project Engineer - Anaerobic Digestion

  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 13 days ago

If you're a Junior Project Engineer and are looking to work for a genuine, key player in the market, then submit your CV to apply today....

Senior Project Engineer - Infrastructure

  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 15 days ago

Identify, document, and estimate costs of extra work activities, which were not anticipated in original scope and provide proper notification and financial reporting of change orders....

Project Manager, Construction

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 17 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 17 days ago

May manage small, ground-up projects including programming, design, entitlements, bidding, permitting, and construction management as well as interior renovations....

Project Engineer

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 18 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 18 days ago

Interprets specifications, designs and drawings and prepares quantity takeoffs Prepares drawings and sketches to support construction work, change orders, estimates, etc....

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Salary for Construction Engineering Jobs in Virginia Beach, VA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Construction Engineerings in Virginia Beach, VA 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 Virginia Beach, VA
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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