Commercial Construction Project Engineer- 2026

Every day, our team members do amazing things in pursuit of our shared purpose to build trust with our clients, partners, subcontractors, and teammates. No matter your background, education, or career path, if you share our vision to create extraordinary experiences, you belongat HITT.

Job Description:

Build yourfuture in construction management by joining our award-winning HITT Futures Program as acommercialconstructionprojectengineer (PE) at a top national general contractor.OurPE role is designed for college graduates,Veterans, and people as passionate as we are aboutelevating thebusiness of building. This opportunityprovidesanimmersive, on-site experience with tailored training topics and a structured, one-year developmentplan with a fast track to promotionasan assistant-levelprojectmanager orsuperintendent.Our paidHITTFutures Programisfocused on mentorship, hands-on learning, professional development, and personal growth,designed to give you the confidence you needto shapeyour career and thenext era of construction leadership. 

Established in 1937, HITT’s success is a result of deep relationships with our partners and subcontractors and the trust of our clients. A small, family business founded in the spirit of the American dream,we’re now more than 1,700 teammates strong, with projects innearly every state.With 14 operating office locations across the country, HITToffers a positive and inclusive, team-oriented work environment andis ranked as a top workplace fromcoast to coast. 

Responsibilities: 

• Commit to being fully onsite for the duration of the 12-month training program to fullyshadow, learn, and gain hands-on experience withthe day-to-day operationsof your assigned project(s)  

• Demonstrateunderstanding of training topicsthroughout each phase of the first year,participating fully in performance reviews to ensureknowledge retention and development goals on a 4-monthcadence 

• Follow all directions, task assignments and coaching offered byyourdedicatedFutures Program Sponsor (a tenured and experienced superintendent or above) 

• Showcaserequired professional skillsthroughout the PE experience,such as the ability to: 

• Communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally, with a strong focus on professional, audience-appropriate writing and verbalskills 

• Organize and manage multiple tasks and priorities at the sametime 

• Demonstrate integrity consistently with The HITT Way andour corevalues 

• Seek continuous improvement of knowledge and abilities, internally focusing on self-improvement andtakinginitiative  

• Adapt and exercise flexibility within the ever-changing world of construction technology, design, means, andmethods 

• Collaborate with people of various backgrounds whilemaintaining relationships with colleagues, clients, subcontractors, andvendors 

• Exhibit conscientiousness by being punctual, engaged, and respectful ofothers 

• Master required job-specific and technical skillsin order to promote to an assistant superintendent or assistant project manager following the 12-month training program including, butnot limited to, the ability to:  

• Set up andmaintain jobsite office and all jobsite records, including project directory,construction documents,subcontractor directory,daily reports,submittal logs, RFI logs, subcontractor correspondence, etc. 

• Make updates to as-built drawings asdirected and interpret basic coordinationdrawings 

• Direct installation of building and site protection, including signage and postings, andidentify itemsrequired to “make safe” prior todemolition 

• Assist inspecific construction tasks asdirected 

• Participate in site inspections to ensure HITT’s expectations for quality and workmanship aremet 

• Make periodic updates to the project schedule asdirected 

• Complete basic material take-offs, place supplier orders, and receive delivery ofmaterials 

• Assist thesuperintendent in the use of survey and layoutinstruments 

• Be able to interpret basic tests and reports (air balance, soils report, concrete test) 

• Set up and run a subcontractorforemen’s meeting when directed by theSuperintendent 

• Understand cost implications and consequences associated with specific construction tasks at various stages of aproject 

• Assist Project Managers with logistical tasks, includingbudgeting and client management, asneeded 

• Assist in the implementation of HITT’s Corporate Safety Program byconducting weekly safety meetings,toolbox talks, andcompletingall required safety reports whendirected 

• Required to commute to a jobsite within a 30–40-mile radius of their assigned office location 

Qualifications: 

• High school diplomarequired 

• Military experience or an accredited Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Engineering, Architecture, or Business is strongly preferred 

• Previous experience on commercial job sites is stronglypreferred 

• Passion for construction industry and on-site work 

• Ability to learn sector- and project-specific software systems, including but not limited to: Microsoft Office 365 (Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.),ProCore, Adobe Suite,BlueBeam, and JD Edwards softwaresuite 

• Ability to walk and/or stand forlong periods oftime 

• Ability tolift up to50lbs

HITT Contracting is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring and developing the most qualified individuals based on job-related experience, skills, and merit. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We value a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. HITT Contracting maintains a drug-free workplace, consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.