Project Engineer
Holder Construction
Richmond, VA · Posted April 7, 2026
Training provided. The posting says: “Our structured career development program empowers associates to grow quickly into expanded roles and responsibilities based on merit.”
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November 2026
- #5Cities with the most jobs that do not need a four-year degree in the Mid-Atlantic136 jobs · of 47
- #7Best cities for education pay after cost of living$85k · of 8
- #7Best all-round cities for new graduates in the Southeast59 / 100 · of 33
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- #9Best cities for junior jobs in Virginia35% · of 26
- #10Best all-round cities for new graduates in the Mid-Atlantic58 / 100 · of 37
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About the job
ABOUT US
Holder Construction is a nationally recognized leader in the construction industry, consistently ranked among the top firms on ENR’s Top 400 Contractors list. We are a performance-driven company that believes in rewarding excellence and investing in our people. Our structured career development program empowers associates to grow quickly into expanded roles and responsibilities based on merit. With operations throughout the United States, w e offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
Annual bonus program
Paid time off
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k)-retirement plan
Night and swing shift differential pay for select roles
We are looking for a Project Engineer to join our Operations team on our team in Richmond,VA. This is a full-time, in-person position.
Key Responsibilities
Initial responsibilities would include on site trade coordination and management, coordination of material design, fabrication, delivery and installation, ongoing interaction with field supervision, management of cost and design issues (change orders, RFI’s, document updates, etc.) and other responsibilities focused on overall project management and success.
Read and understand Construction Design Documents and Specifications.
Perform construction cost estimates and quantity surveys for various scopes of work.
Overall trade management and coordination, and some level of exposure to BIM.
Qualifications
Required:
Bachelor's degree in a construction/engineering related field OR 3+ years of equivalent work experience
Successful candidates will also possess outstanding communication and time management skills, computer skills, and the ability to work in a collaborative environment.
Preferred:
Willingness to relocate as needed.
Holder is committed to Equal Opportunity Employment (EOE).
Substance abuse testing and a background screening is a condition of employment and Holder Construction does not sponsor applicants for immigration status or benefits.