Construction Engineering Jobs in Columbia, SC

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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Developmental Engineer

  • Columbia, SC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 30+ days ago

ADVANCING OUR OPERATIONS In order for us to complete our missions, our technology simply cannot fail. Covering a wide range of specialties ranging from aeronautical and computer systems to flight...

Equipment Engineer

  • West Columbia, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 5 hours ago
  • West Columbia, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 5 hours ago

General Description of Duties Under the general direction of Group Equipment Director, purpose of position is to support industry & operations functions throughout Vinci Group. Employee will...

Application Engineer

  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago

About Us We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies....

Manufacturing Process Engineer

  • West Columbia, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Columbia, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 1 day ago

Role Overview: This Manufacturing Process Engineer position focuses on improving and streamlining manufacturing processes for large-scale assemblies. You'll play a key role in designing efficient...

Project Engineer

  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: We are seeking a skilled Project Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and developing chemical processes for new and existing...

Transportation Structure Engineer IV (61031953)

  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago

Job Responsibilities Manages the project development process for bridge replacement projects, including the coordination and scheduling of project activities with other department sections, other...

Engineer, Side Panels in Body Shop

  • Columbia, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 2 days ago

Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history. A vehicle dating back to 1960. One that forged the path for future generations of...

Solutions Engineer - AI - Advanced Growth Tech.

  • Columbia, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 2 days ago

SHI Solutions Engineer - AI - Advanced Growth Tech. in Columbia , South Carolina Job Summary TheSolutionsEngineerfor Advanced Growth Technologies will focus on supporting Artificial Intelligence...

Industrial Refrigeration Systems Application Engineer

  • Columbia, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 2 days ago

Copeland Industrial Refrigeration Systems Application Engineer in Columbia , South Carolina About Us We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create...

Test Automation Engineer

  • Columbia, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 2 days ago

UNUM Test Automation Engineer in Columbia , South Carolina Our Fortune 500 company is driving a digital transformation and looking for forward-thinking innovators to disrupt how our industry...

Quality Engineer

  • West Columbia, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 2 days ago
  • West Columbia, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 2 days ago

GENERAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES The QE position will be responsible for ensuring product quality and reliability by designing, implementing, and maintaining quality assurance processes. This...

Radio Frequency (Antenna) Engineer - Columbia, SC

  • Columbia, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 3 days ago

Radio Frequency (Antenna) Engineer - Columbia, SC Columbia, SC, USA Req #1151 Monday, March 10, 2025 SHAKESPEARE COMPANY LLC, a Jadex Inc. company, is a US-based manufacturer of both industrial...

Engineer I/II/III - Cayce, SC or Charleston, SC (Hybrid)

  • Cayce, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cayce, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 3 days ago

Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values...

Manufacturing Engineer III

  • Blythewood, SC (14 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Blythewood, SC (14 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 4 days ago

Manufacturing Engineer at Stanadyne Blythewood, SC Job Summary: Develops, plans, coordinates, and implements manufacturing engineering projects consisting of complex features in order to best...

Principal Engineer

  • Columbia, SC
  • 4 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 4 days ago

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BIM for Construction
Learn how to couple BIM and traditional scheduling and cost-estimating tools to develop 4D, 5D, and nD models for effective construction applications This course is the second of a sequence of...
Construction Management
Learn to successfully manage construction projects and deliver with the skills of a modern Construction Manager. In this program you will learn to successfully manage construction projects and...
Quality in Construction
Poor quality builds have a detrimental impact on the construction industry. On this course, you will tackle this problem with professional research and insight into the delivery of quality...

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Salary for Construction Engineering Jobs in Columbia, SC

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Highest Education Level

Construction Engineerings in Columbia, SC offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.6%
Master's Degree
25.1%
High School or GED
9.0%
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 Columbia, SC
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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