Construction Engineer I

Company: Chipton Ross Inc.
Location: Newport News
Posted on: January 30, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Chipton-Ross is seeking a Construction Engineer 1 for a contract opportunity in Newport News, VA BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE): Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program. • Conscientious • Hard Worker • Attention to Detail • PPE: Hard hat, Safety Glasses, Steel Toe Shoes / Boots POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: Plans, designs and oversees the construction of new or expanded facilities. Prepares architectural, engineering, and cost estimates, functional studies, construction plans, specifications, and schedules. Obtains and supervises outside contractors. Recommends architectural and engineering design procedures and standards for the planning and design of facilities. Supervises the detailed design, budgetary costing, standardized construction, and final inspection of facility projects. Conducts construction surveillance to ensure adherence to contractual requirements. Provides engineering consulting services to local and divisional offices. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE): • Construction Oversight • Contractor Coordination • Project / Schedule Management • Multi-tasker REQUIRED EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program is required. WORK HOURS: 5/40 workweek. First Shift 7:00AM-3:30 PM

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