Project Engineer Jobs in Columbia, SC

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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Project Engineer IV

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

CPH is looking for a strong and talented Project Engineer IV for their team in Columbia, SC....

Civil Engineer Water Resources/Stormwater

  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago

Civil Engineer - Stormwater Thomas & Hutton is a growing, well-established professional services firm providing consulting services throughout the southeast. We are an award-winning company that...

Regional Project Engineer Asphalt Operations

  • Columbia, SC
  • 7 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 7 days ago

The Regional Asphalt Operations Project Engineer is responsible for ensuring the effective and efficient use of Asphalt capital resources and is accountable for defining/executing capital investment...

Head of Infrastructure Engineering

  • Columbia, SC
  • 7 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 7 days ago

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Transportation/Traffic Project Engineer

  • Columbia, SC
  • 8 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 8 days ago

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,300 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture,...

LEU+ Field Civil/Structural Engineer

  • Hopkins, SC (12 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Hopkins, SC (12 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 9 days ago

Identify and resolve field issues, process change orders and address other technical issues that arise during civil/structural construction and installations....

Field Engineer II (Heavy Civil Construction)

  • Columbia, SC
  • 9 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 9 days ago

Job Overview Skanska is searching for a dynamic Field Engineer II. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that builds things that matter and values its team. We are proud to...

Project Engineer (Heavy Civil Construction)

  • Columbia, SC
  • 9 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 9 days ago

Project Engineer Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree - Construction or Engineering preferred or equivalent experience. 5 years prior relevant experience....

Civil Project Engineer

  • Columbia, SC
  • 10 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 10 days ago

HR Consulting Solutions, a leading international executive search firm, has been retained by a fast-growing, highly respected engineering company in the Carolinas to recruit a Civil...

Field Engineer - Asphalt

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

A Bachelor's Degree of Science in Civil Engineering or Construction Management (or equivalent work experience) is required....

Commercial Drywall Project Engineer

  • Lexington, SC (12 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Lexington, SC (12 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 13 days ago

Precision Walls has an exciting opportunity for a Project Engineer to join our team....

Senior Product Support Engineer

  • Columbia, SC
  • 16 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 16 days ago

At Trane TechnologiesTM and through our businesses including Trane and Thermo King, we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what's possible...

Civil Project Engineer II or III

  • Columbia, SC
  • 17 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 17 days ago

Timmons Group is always accepting applications from experienced Project Engineer II and III candidates to join our team for future opportunities....

Customer Project Engineer

  • Columbia, SC
  • 17 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 17 days ago

Review customer change orders to define and communicate impact on schedule and cost impact, providing input to pricing team. Coordinate any witness testing that is required....

LEU+ Field I&C Engineer

  • Hopkins, SC (12 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 17 days ago
  • Hopkins, SC (12 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 17 days ago

Identify and resolve field issues, process change orders and address other technical issues that arise during I&C construction and installations....

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Salary for Project Engineer Jobs in Columbia, SC

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Highest Education Level

Project Engineers in Columbia, SC offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.5%
Master's Degree
25.3%
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 Project Engineers 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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