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Hourigan Construction

Builds facilities and develops commercial property

Project Engineer

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
No salary listed
Entry
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Charlottesville, VA, USA
In PersonSome periodic travel may be required.
Architecture & Civil EngineeringConstruction Management

About the job

Requirements
  • A Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, or 0–3 years of progressive construction-related experience.
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
  • Must be willing to work non-traditional hours, including early mornings and evenings, to meet project needs.
  • Work may be performed outdoors and in varying weather conditions, including heat and cold.
  • Frequent physical activity includes standing, walking, climbing, bending, reaching above shoulder level, pushing, and pulling.
  • Occasional activity includes sitting and using a computer or viewing a computer screen.
  • Some periodic travel may be required.
  • Foster a strong desire to learn and value collaboration with all team members.
  • Possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
Responsibilities
  • Follow and assist with developing procedures for controlling contract drawings.
  • Assist the Project Administrator with setting up the job management system.
  • Assist the project team with the building permit process.
  • Assist the Superintendent in developing the site utilization plan.
  • Assist with reviewing and coordinating the Loss Prevention, Sustainability Action Plan, and Quality Control Program.
  • Proactively review and process all submittal data and shop drawings to expedite project schedules and ensure materials are delivered on time.
  • Prepare and maintain administrative logs for requests for information, requests for pricing, change order requests, submittals, and document control.
  • Serve as the onsite quality manager for assigned trades by verifying subcontractor deliveries meet approved submittal requirements.
  • Attend and participate in project meetings and assist the Project Manager with preparing progress reports and meeting minutes.
  • Assist with distributing proposal change documents to subcontractors and suppliers, and with collecting pricing or preparing change proposal requirements for internal pricing review.
  • Ensure clarifications, changes, directives, and requests for information are updated on the as-built drawings and fully coordinated with the project team.
  • Work alongside senior preconstruction team members to estimate projects and develop knowledge of the overall preconstruction process.
  • Perform preconstruction duties, including quantity take-offs, budget development, subcontractor procurement, assembling exhibit ones, and assembling value engineering worksheets.
  • Assist with constructability reviews, project setup, and subcontractor communication.
  • Participate in the Hourigan Safety and Health Management System by committing to safe work practices, raising concerns, attending and applying safety and health training, and eliminating hazards within their capability and control with the help of safety staff.

About the company

Hourigan builds commercial facilities and develops real estate for businesses, institutions, owners, and investors in Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic. Its construction management and general contracting work spans projects such as data centers, hospitals, offices, and university buildings. On the development side, it brings together project teams and resources for office, industrial, mixed-use, and multifamily properties. The group also sells advisory services that help clients evaluate sites, plan property investments, and improve building performance before and after construction. Founded in 1993, Hourigan is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Richmond, VA

Founded

1993

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What believers are saying

  • Graduates rotate across disciplines: the Project Engineer Program covers project management, field management, and preconstruction.
  • Holiday time includes flexibility: the benefits package lists 12 paid holidays, including floating days and extended weekends.
  • Family support spans two routes: employees receive paid parental leave and financial assistance for adoption.

What critics are saying

  • Graduate schedules extend beyond office hours: Richmond project engineers must accept early mornings and evenings as projects require.
  • Graduate work includes mobility: the Richmond project engineer posting flags periodic travel requirements.
  • Summer internships require substantial availability: Richmond applicants must pursue a related degree and commit approximately 40 hours weekly.

What makes Hourigan Construction unique

  • Specialist operations stay in-house: WORRKS handles trades, while EQUIPPS supplies equipment rentals and construction-site logistics.
  • Advisory work extends beyond building: consulting teams analyze mechanical systems and guide green-building certifications.
  • Development uses shared financial visibility: Hourigan describes an open-book approach among owners, investors, and contractors.

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