Construction Project Engineer – AECOM Tishman

About the role

AECOM Tishman is seeking Entry Level Project Engineer to be based in New York, NY. This position is expected to begin in December 2026.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the planning and coordination of sub-contractor activities within the area of responsibility.
• Monitors subcontractor personnel to ensure adherence with project plans and promotes quality control of all installations.
• Assists in overseeing activities of construction crafts/trades within an assigned area of responsibility.
• Receives continual supervision and direction in the performance of assigned responsibility.
• Receives technical and operational direction from the assigned Superintendent or Project Manager.
• Enforces policies, procedures and related work rules as established by Field Management.
• Works with document control systems, project management systems and other software or databases to keep information flow up-to-date and accurate including but not limited to updating drawings, RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes and other documents as required.
• When requested, interfaces with client, architect, and design professionals to ensure compliance to design intent and client satisfaction.
• Contributes to building good communications between field management, project management, subcontractors, suppliers, vendors, and specialty contractors to ensure construction complies with plans, specifications, and company quality standards.
• Responsible for continuously expanding and updating professional knowledge and honing training skills in order to enhance individual and team innovation and productivity.

Requirements

• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements: Candidate must have completed Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Building Technology, Civil Engineering, or similar major.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Prior internship experience within the construction industry
  • Experience working on a live construction site
  • Able to follow directions and interact with all levels of management on a working construction project
  • Experience engaging with multiple trades on a construction project

Benefits

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

Pay

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $32.13 to $56.21 (hourly).