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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Instrumentation & Control Engineer
Location: Amsterdam
Branche: Renewable Energy
Expertise: Production & Manufacturing
Experience: 3 years
Binnen de engineeringafdeling werk je aan grootschalige warmteprojecten met landelijke dekking. Je bent technisch verantwoordelijk voor het goed beschrijven van automatiseringsprocessen, de selectie van de juiste instrumentatie én je bent onmisbaar tijdens de commissioning van de installaties. Jij bewaakt het overzicht en zorgt dat externe programmeerpartijen precies weten wat ze moeten doen - zonder dat je zelf hoeft te programmeren. Jouw belangrijkste werkzaamheden: Beschrijven en afstemmen van automatiseringsprocessen voor nieuwe installaties; Selecteren van de juiste instrumentatie, afgestemd op technische en procesmatige eisen; Coördineren van externe programmeurs en systeemintegratoren; Actief meewerken aan de commissioning van installaties en systemen; Technisch overleg met collega's binnen engineering, projectmanagement en externe partijen. Je werkt binnen een multidisciplinair team van engineers (civiel, elektrotechniek, I&C) en draagt bij aan projecten waarin restwarmte, duurzaamheid en betrouwbaarheid centraal staan.
Cost & Schedule Controls Engineer
Location: Docklands
Branche: Conventional Energy
Expertise: Controlling
Experience: 3 years
Support the Project Team with ongoing project cost analysis, reporting, forecasting, budgeting, change management, issues & opportunities management, interface management and planning & budgeting Coordinate the collecting, analysing, and reporting of project cost and schedule control information to ensure overall project status is assessed and potential problem areas identified Ensure that the stewardship process is established and implemented, leading to monthly cost and schedule stewardship reviews Engage with Project Team and Functional Teams Coordinate and support the development of Capital Project Management System Lead preparation for Reviews and Funding activities Understand the project funding basis Interface with finance functions regarding AFEs(Approval for Expenditure) / budgets Monitor and appraise the performance of the Contractor(s) in the areas of cost control, progress measurement and provide summary to Project Leadership Team Capture and communicate cost lessons learned for the Project Support preparation of Close-out Reporting Respond to ad hoc requests from Project Management Team related to Controls / Reporting
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
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
Instrumentation and Controls Engineer
Location: Williston
Branche: Conventional Energy
Expertise: Controlling
Experience: 0 years
The Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) Engineer provides technical oversight and stewardship of instrumentation and controls engineering activities performed internally and by Contractors and subcontractors. This role ensures that engineering deliverables comply with project specifications, company standards, and applicable regulatory requirements while supporting safe, efficient, and cost-effective project execution. The I&C Engineer works closely with the Project Team, Contractors, and internal stakeholders to coordinate engineering activities, resolve technical issues, manage deviations, and maintain clear communication on progress, risks, and execution concerns. Strong technical expertise combined with effective communication and interpersonal skills is essential for success in this role. Key Responsibilities Facilitate and coordinate instrumentation and controls engineering deliverables in alignment with project objectives, procedures, and execution plans. Evaluate and comment on I&C engineering work performed by Contractors and subcontractors to ensure compliance with contract technical specifications, company standards, and regulatory requirements. Review and approve discipline design drawings and technical documents, including control philosophies, loop diagrams, I/O lists, specifications, and vendor data. Coordinate and communicate technical, safety, and regulatory issues between Company and Contractor engineering teams. Identify, assess, and document deviations from Contract Technical Specifications and regulatory requirements; ensure deviations are processed in accordance with project procedures. Maintain and steward the Instrumentation and Controls Deviation Control Log. Steward technical queries and requests for information from Contractors and subcontractors. Keep the Lead Engineer or Engineering Manager informed of I&C engineering progress, deviations, risks, and execution issues. Participate in instrumentation and controls engineering reviews at Contractor and subcontractor locations, as required. Drive and promote capital efficiency through sound I&C engineering and design decisions. Support internal engineering initiatives and global practice activities as requested by the Supervisor.
Project Controls Manager
Location: Morenci, Arizona
Branche: Mining
Expertise: Controlling
Experience: 5 years
Manages and oversees project controls functional area for very large multidisciplinary high risk capital engineering and construction projects. Responsible for project planning and scheduling, cost estimating and monitoring, progress measurement, risk management and reporting. Manages 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 position is "hands on" or working manager position.DUTIES: * 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.* Coordinate with cross functional team in project setting, ensure project controls team members are interfacing with engineering, procurement, contracts and construction on concepts and relationships to the scope of work and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.* Oversees project baseline process for cost, schedule and progress and ensure all project systems are implemented according to process and company standards and procedures. * Ensure full implementation of company processes and procedures as well as industry best practices with regards to project controls on the project following the company project stage gate process. * Establish risk management protocol which includes identification, documentation, mitigation and tracking of potential risks on the project. Determine potential cost and schedule/progress impacts of potential risks as they are identified. * Ensure the accuracy of reported progress percentage based on the rules of credit established within the project. Develop progress measurement process for required scopes of work.* Establish and manage project schedule development, review and update processes and to ensure accuracy and alignment with the overall master schedule.* Manage and ensure all project required reporting is pared and submitted as per approved reporting schedule for the project.* Mentor and lead a large staff of project controls team members, ensure project is staffed appropriately, conduct regular staff performance reviews and manage any staffing issues that may arise.
Project Controls Manager
Location: Chino Valley
Branche: Mining
Expertise: Controlling
Experience: 0 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.
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.* Coordinate with cross functional team in project setting, ensure project controls team members are interfacing with engineering, procurement, contracts and construction on concepts and relationships to the scope of work and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.* Oversees project baseline process for cost, schedule and progress and ensure all project systems are implemented according to process and company standards and procedures. * Ensure full implementation of company processes and procedures as well as industry best practices with regards to project controls on the project following the company project stage gate process. * Establish risk management protocol which includes identification, documentation, mitigation and tracking of potential risks on the project. In addition, determine potential cost and schedule/progress impacts of potential risks as they are identified. * Ensure the accuracy of reported progress percentage based on the rules of credit established within the project. Develop progress measurement process for required scopes of work.* Establish and manage project schedule development, review and update processes and to ensure accuracy and alignment with the overall master schedule.* Manage and ensure all project required reporting is pared and submitted as per approved reporting schedule for the project.* Mentor and lead a staff of project controls team members, ensure project is staffed appropriately, conduct regular staff performance reviews and manage any staffing issues that may arise. Job Scope: * Nature of work: Works on highly complex issues and responsible to implement solutions. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. * Level of interaction: Leads the department with interaction with external piers in various departments, responsible for cross coordination between groups. * Autonomy/decision making: Works under very limited to no supervision and has latitude to set objectives, priorities and timelines * Budgetary responsibility: Has moderate budgetary responsibility * Managerial responsibility: Leads large multidisciplinary project controls team
Senior Cost Controls Analyst
Location: Houston
Branche: Conventional Energy
Expertise: HR & Recruiting
Experience: 0 years
Location - Onsite in West Houston (Westchase area) Contract Duration - 1 year with potential to extend Schedule - Hybrid (3 days in office / 2 days remote) Requirements Perform monthly budget analysis, forecasting, cash flow analysis, and accruals. Review project actuals and provide variance analysis against forecasts. Track non-labor costs by Purchase Order and analyze spending trends. Develop and maintain monthly forecasts for project reporting. Support cost control and financial oversight of EPC contracts, including forecasting and approvals. Review EPC and third-party contractor invoices and complete required checklists. Support change order reviews with focus on cost and cash flow impacts. Coordinate with the Progress Team to track milestones, progress, and payment forecasts. Support milestone approval processes and present status in weekly project meetings. Input purchase requisitions and track project local spend. Coordinate with Accounting, Accounts Payable, Cash Management, and FP&A to support payments and cash calls. Maintain cost control tools and support continuous improvement initiatives. Provide ad hoc cost analysis and support site cost-related activities as required.
Dev.Ops. Engineer (m/w/d)
Location: Bielefeld
Branche: Machine & Plant Design
Expertise: Planning & Testing
Experience: 2 years
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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.
