Entry Level Project Engineer

We are seeking an entry level project engineer to join our team of water and wastewater construction management professionals based out of our Fort Wayne office. This is an exciting opportunity to start your career and to learn how the engineering and construction industry works through hands on experience in construction project management and construction inspection for public utility projects.This position reports directly to the Jacobs Project Manager, and is based in our Fort Wayne office. In this role, your primary responsibility will be reviewing and enforcing construction contract documents, schedules, and budgets on behalf of the Owner and to facilitate the coordination of construction activities with all project stakeholders.Daily responsibilities include, but are not limited to:u2022Provide field inspection and onsite representation for various water and wastewater improvement projectsu2022Observe and document field and construction activities primarily related to construction improvements to water and sewer pipeline infrastructure.u2022Provide construction inspection at Water and Wastewater facilities.u2022Communicate between contractor, owner/client, third parties, and engineering design teamu2022Review submittals, specifications, and drawings.u2022Maintain accurate and concise daily reports and project records, including record drawings.Perform field testing of soils, concrete, observation testing of water, sewer mains, and manholes.u2022Display strong communication and interpersonal skills and can work in a fast-paced consulting environment with multiple deadlines.u2022Drive ownership of health and safety in all aspects of project execution, office and personal environments.Perform other duties as assigned. '-Bacheloru2019s Degree in engineering, construction management, or related technical field-Proficiency in the use of programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel and other computer software required to generate construction progress reports.-Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and engineering data.- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.- Collaborative, team oriented perspective.- Attention to detail and disciplined time management skills- The ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently and to react to change in a fast-paced environment.-Proven as an excellent team player with exceptional interpersonal and verbal communication skills.-Highly effective written skills and timely documentation of daily activities and reporting of site issues.-Ability and high degree of proficiency communicating with multiple stakeholders, across multiple sites, and subcontractors routinely.-Valid drivers license with the ability to travel between project sites.This is a full-time position on site that will be required to report to designated field offices Monday through Friday with additional days as required. The position will require Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, and lifting. Lifting requirements up to 50 lbs. Hand manipulation is required for simple grasping, pushing and pulling, and fine manipulation. Right and/or left hands utilized. Occasional need to reach and/or work above the shoulder, for supplies, as well as below the shoulder for same. Must be alert to equipment in the field, there will be occasional travel, will work near construction job site equipment when in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and potential work at heights.Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.

Created: 2026-03-07