Project Engineer Jobs in Trenton, 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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Construction Project Engineer

  • Philadelphia, PA (23 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (23 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Receive and review/evaluate contractor quotations for changes and process change orders. Manage plan review and approval process with local and state municipalities....

Civil Project Engineer

  • Jackson, NJ (21 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • moments ago
  • Jackson, NJ (21 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • moments ago

Project Engineer (EIT or PE) Land Development Location: Jackson, NJ (On-site with limited hybrid flexibility) Salary: $80,000 $120,000 About Haler Consulting Haler Consulting is a licensed civil engineering...

Project Engineer Heavy Civil

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 12 hours ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 12 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 (11 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Princeton, NJ (11 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 17 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 (11 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Princeton, NJ (11 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 17 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 (12 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Feasterville Trevose, PA (12 miles from Trenton, 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...

Head Of Civil & Structural Engineering - Nuclear

  • Warrington, PA (21 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Warrington, PA (21 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

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Supervisor - Chief Building Engineer

  • Branchburg, NJ (21 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Branchburg, NJ (21 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

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Structural Project Engineer I

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Trenton, 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 (10 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Burlington, NJ (10 miles from Trenton, 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 (13 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • East Windsor, NJ (13 miles from Trenton, 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 (22 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Spotswood, NJ (22 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

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

Civil Site Engineer

  • Doylestown, PA (22 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Doylestown, PA (22 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

Team player with excellent communication skills To apply, submit resume to ... **Great medical, 401k, and vacation/sick included** Joseph P. Durkin Liberty Personnel Services, Inc. ... ......

Sr Project Engineer, A&E

  • Warrington, PA (21 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Warrington, PA (21 miles from Trenton, 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 (22 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Somerset, NJ (22 miles from Trenton, 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....

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Salary for Project Engineer Jobs in Trenton, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Project Engineers in Trenton, 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 Trenton, 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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