Project Engineer Jobs in Charlottesville, VA

A Project Engineer plays a crucial role in the engineering industry by managing all engineering and technical aspects of a project to ensure that all goals are met within the specified parameters. They are responsible for planning and designing project stages, coordinating with various teams, evaluating all project deliverables and ensuring safety protocols are maintained. They facilitate communication between different teams, provide technical guidance, and oversee any issues or changes in the project. Project Engineers also ensure that all projects are completed on time, within budget and meet quality standards.

Before becoming a Project Engineer, individuals may have roles such as Junior Engineer, Design Engineer, or Assistant Project Manager. There are certain skills and certifications that are valuable for a Project Engineer. They should have excellent knowledge of design and visualizations software such as AutoCAD, superior project management skills and a strong understanding of engineering complexities. Certifications such as the Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) can be advantageous. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering is generally required, though a Master's degree or an MBA could be beneficial for advancement in this field.

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Senior Project Manager, Web Strategy Bilingual Spanish Work from home

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 10 hours ago

Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human...

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Project Manager IV

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 21 hours ago

GA-i3 is looking for an experienced leader with a mix of external customer management experience, and internal technical experience to help manage and grow a pipeline of business internationally....

Technical Project Manager Assistant

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 1 day ago

Company: Marsh McLennan Agency Description: Our not-so-secret sauce. Award-winning, inclusive, Top Workplace culture doesn't happen overnight. It's a result of hard work by extraordinary people....

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Assistant Project Manager

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 3 days ago

Job Overview Skanska is searching for a dynamic Assistant Project Manager. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that builds things that matter and values its team. We are...

Geotechnical Project Engineer II

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 3 days ago

Geotechnical Project Engineer II 4004 Hunterstand Court Charlottesville, Virginia Geotechnical 33127 Job Description What You'll Do Primarily involved with preparation of geotechnical reports, including...

PSYC - Project Coordinator, The Program for Anxiety, Cognition and Treatment (PACT) Lab

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 8 days ago

The Program for Anxiety, Cognition and Treatment (PACT) Lab at the University of Virginia, under the direction of Bethany Teachman, Ph.D, in collaboration with the Sensing Systems for Health Lab,...

Senior Project Manager

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 9 days ago

Senior Project Manager - ( 250001KL ) Description Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and vision for growth. We...

Senior Project Manager, Asset Management

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 10 days ago

Senior Project Manager, Asset Management - ( 250001IG ) Description Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and...

Mechanical Project Manager

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 10 days ago

Be part of a growing employee-owned company that has been around for over 75 years! Southern Air, Inc. is a company dedicated to the growth of our employees and excellent customer service. We...

Project Engineer - Heavy Civil Construction

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 13 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 13 days ago

The Project Engineer will provide technical and functional support to field construction activities....

Electrical Project Manager

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 15 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 15 days ago

Job Summary: The Project Manager is responsible for managing our commercial customers' projects while being a coach and mentor for their field crews. This PM should also be prepared to work in a...

Assistant Project Manager

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 15 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 15 days ago

Job Summary: The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for assisting Project Managers with administrative tasks on electrical projects including project budgets, project scheduling, project...

Project Engineer - Heavy Civil Construction - Cary, NC

  • Troy, VA (18 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Troy, VA (18 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 15 days ago

The Project Engineer will provide technical and functional support to field construction activities....

SR ELECTRICAL PROJECT MANAGER (Commercial Construction)

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 16 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 16 days ago

Position Summary Hopkins | Lacy, the Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, (MEP) Division of Branch is searching for a collaborative and driven Senior Project Manager to join our well-established,...

Project Manager

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 16 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 16 days ago

We are seeking a highly skilled Project Manager to support a strategic new product launch initiative within the Enterprise Project Management Office (ePMO). This person will be responsible for...

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Salary for Project Engineer Jobs in Charlottesville, VA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Project Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Project Engineers in Charlottesville, VA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
55.4%
Master's Degree
32.2%
Associate's Degree
4.0%
Doctorate Degree
3.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.7%
High School or GED
1.5%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Project Engineers in Charlottesville, VA
4-6 years
28.6%
2-4 years
23.8%
None
23.8%
1-2 years
14.3%
6-8 years
4.8%
Less than 1 year
4.8%


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