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DPR Family of Companies

Self-performing GC/CM for complex facilities

Project Engineer

Full-Time
$80.5k - $95k
Entry, Junior, Mid
Bachelor's
Colorado Springs, CO, USA
In Person
Architecture & Civil EngineeringConstruction Management
No H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, a related field, or equivalent experience is required.
  • Zero to four years of experience in construction engineering, project engineering, or a related field is required.
  • OSHA 30 program completion within six months of hire is required.
Responsibilities
  • Assist in reviewing construction drawings, specifications, and submittals to ensure accuracy and compliance with project goals, while maintaining regular field presence to support safe work execution, including attending safety meetings such as stretch and flex and engaging in high-risk activity planning and controls.
  • Coordinate with project managers and project teams to address standard technical questions and resolve general project issues.
  • Monitor standard project schedules and budgets, track labor productivity, and report variances to support timely corrective actions based on established guidelines.
  • Support the implementation of standard quality assurance and safety protocols throughout all project phases.
  • Prepare and maintain project documentation, including progress reports and technical records.
  • Identify opportunities for incremental improvements and contribute to the development of leading practices with guidance.
  • Participate in project meetings and communicate updates to team members and stakeholders.
Desired Qualifications
  • OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification is preferred.

About the company

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DPR Family of Companies

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DPR Construction is a self-performing general contractor and construction manager that builds technically complex, sustainable facilities for advanced technology/mission critical, life sciences, healthcare, higher education, and commercial markets. It delivers projects through in-house trades and professional project management, coordinating design, procurement, and on-site execution to complete large-scale new builds and tenant improvements on schedule and to spec. It stands out by its self-performing capabilities, track record on demanding projects across multiple sectors, focus on sustainability, and a global office footprint, along with recognition as a top employer. Its goal is to Exist to Build Great Things, delivering high-quality, reliable construction outcomes for mission-critical and complex facilities.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Redwood City, California

Founded

1990

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What believers are saying

  • August 2026 Arizona leadership change supports expansion in one of America's hottest markets.
  • September 2026 Greenville office shows growing South Carolina demand and customer penetration.
  • June 2026 report highlights schedule certainty, matching owner demand in a volatile market.

What critics are saying

  • April 2026 Stargate negligence suit and OSHA penalty expose serious safety and liability risk.
  • Skilled-labor scarcity raises hiring times to 56 days, squeezing schedules and margins.
  • If data-center demand slows, DPR's labor-heavy growth strategy loses momentum quickly.

What makes DPR Family of Companies unique

  • Self-performing builder, prefabrication on over 90% of new work, and integrated delivery.
  • 2026 office openings in Philadelphia, Silicon Valley, Greenville, and Arizona deepen local execution.
  • Targeted focus on data centers, healthcare, life sciences, and advanced manufacturing creates repeatable expertise.

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  • Hybrid Work Options

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