Project Engineer Jobs in Princeton, NJ

A Project Engineer in the construction industry is responsible for overseeing, coordinating, and managing the technical aspects of a construction project. This includes reviewing designs and drawings, ensuring compliance with safety and building codes, preparing project schedules, and managing project resources. They work closely with Project Managers, Architects, and other Engineers to ensure successful project execution from conception to completion. They are also responsible for troubleshooting technical issues that arise during the construction process.

Important skills for a Project Engineer include strong technical knowledge in engineering and construction, excellent problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills. They should be proficient in using project management and CAD software. Relevant certifications could include a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or Certified Construction Manager (CCM). Prior roles a person may have before becoming a Project Engineer include Field Engineer, Assistant Project Manager, or Design Engineer.

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Junior Structural Engineer (Bridge Modeler)

  • Edison, NJ (17 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Edison, NJ (17 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago

Junior Structural Engineer (Bridge Modeler) Job Description We are seeking a Junior Structural Engineer specializing in bridge modeling to join our team in either our NYC Office, NY or Princeton,...

Project Engineer, PE

  • Bridgewater, NJ (15 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ (15 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago

Job Summary The purpose of the Project Engineer position is to assist the Project Manager in the day-to-day technical management of the project....

Project Engineer Heavy Civil

  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago

Job Details: Project Engineer Heavy Civil Construction Were hiring a Project Engineer with 5+ years of experience in heavy construction, including highways, bridges, deep foundations, water/wastewater...

Schedule Engineer/Construction Planning Specialist

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 14 hours ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 14 hours ago

Background in construction management or engineering. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) for team and client collaboration....

Entry-Level Project Engineer

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 14 hours ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 14 hours ago

Review and manage project documents, including drawings, specs, change orders, and submittals. Resolve field issues and design conflicts as they arise....

Structural Engineer

  • Feasterville Trevose, PA (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Feasterville Trevose, PA (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Structural Engineer (P.E.) | Trevose, PA Shape the Skyline. Strengthen What Matters. Are you a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) with a passion for restoration, investigation, and meaningful...

Construction Field Engineer

  • Bridgewater, NJ (15 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ (15 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

The writing of memos, letters, change orders, answers to RFIs, NCRs, OS&Ds and other project documents as required....

Supervisor - Chief Building Engineer

  • Branchburg, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Branchburg, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at ... or via telephone at +... (U.S.) and +... (Canada)....

Structural Project Engineer I

  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

The Bridge Project Engineer will design bridge and transportation structures of varying complexity in accordance with AASHTO and NJDOT Specifications....

Structural Building Engineer

  • Burlington, NJ (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Burlington, NJ (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Job Details: Structural Building Engineer Highly respected consulting engineering firm seeks Civil Engineer: Civil Engineer with EIT or PE 3 to 8 years of building design and construction...

Project Engineer

  • East Windsor, NJ (7 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • East Windsor, NJ (7 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

We are hiring a Project Engineer to join IFF to perform project management and to also lead our Utilities team at our Dayton, NJ site....

Project Engineer - Rail

  • Spotswood, NJ (14 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Spotswood, NJ (14 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Proven experience as a Project Engineer within the rail sector, working on large-scale rail infrastructure projects....

Sr Project Engineer, A&E

  • Edison, NJ (17 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (17 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Position Title: Sr Project Engineer, A&E (P4) Company Summary Crown Castle is the nation's largest provider of shared communications infrastructure: towers, small cells and fiber....

Senior Structural Engineer

  • Somerset, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Somerset, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Excellent communication skills and a team player **This is a full time/permanent position with excellent medical, dental, 401k, and vacation/sick** To apply, submit resume to ... Joseph P....

Project Manager/Construction Code Specialist - Higher Education - NJ

  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Your new company- This prestigious institution has been in existence for over 100 years and is one of the leading authorities in its space. With over 10 years of construction project backlog, this...

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Salary for Project Engineer Jobs in Princeton, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Project Engineers in Princeton, NJ 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 Project Engineers in Princeton, NJ
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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