Suffolk Construction
Project Engineer - Career Start - New York (July 2026)
Suffolk Construction, New York, New York, us, 10261
Overview
Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates and invests. Suffolk is an end-to-end business that provides value throughout the entire project lifecycle by leveraging its core construction management services with vertical service lines that include real estate capital investment, design, self-perform construction services, technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies) and innovation research/development. Suffolk is America’s Contractor and is privately held, with leadership by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk manages some of the most complex projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, transportation/aviation, government, mission critical and commercial sectors. The company has more than $5.5 billion in annual revenue and about 2,800 employees, with offices across multiple cities. For more information, visit www.suffolk.com. The Role
Career Start is a two-year rotational program for recent college graduates who are passionate about a construction management career. Participants join the program with a national cohort of peers and participate in different rotations to master the fundamentals of Estimating, Project Management, and Field Operations. A degree in construction management or a related field is not required. Those accepted into the program will begin work in July 2026. If you would like more information about the Career Start Program, please find more information here. Responsibilities
Estimating Responsibilities
In your estimating rotation you will work with the preconstruction team on many projects, creating detailed estimates forecasting each project’s total cost. Assist with a Subcontractor database. Assist with assembling Bid Documents for pricing. Document Take-off and quantity take-off, with use of digitizers and manual tools. Specification review and preliminary scope development; organize the take-off using spreadsheets. Develop bid clarifications and RFIs; participate in project walk-throughs as required. Review trade duration with subcontractors for input to the Project Schedule. Assist with the development and updating of subcontractor pricing scopes and trade spreadsheets. Assist with Subcontractor pricing and in the development of the detailed estimate. Participate in Architect/Owner meetings and prepare hard bids; assist in writing qualifications, assumptions, and value engineering concepts. Confirming the Document List. Field Operations Responsibilities
In your field rotation you will support Superintendents in daily jobsite operations, acting as Suffolk’s boots on the ground to manage trade partners and deliver a quality product on time and on budget. Gain basic knowledge of document control, shop drawings, and field condition verification. Assist with site logistics, Construction Management Plan, and safety requirements. Assist with project documentation including the Daily Report and Baseline Schedule updates. Support quality control, punch list process, and coordination with project teams. Project Management Responsibilities
In your project management rotation, you will support Project Managers in oversight and allocation of project resources, including coordinating trade partners, material and equipment procurement, and budget management. Assist with Change Orders, purchasing, back charges, and requisitions processing. Gain basic understanding of contract documents and owner requisition processes. Support submittal, procurement, and delivery processes; participate in project meetings; assist with developing O&M manuals and as-built warranty information. Qualifications
Recent or soon-to-be college graduate with a bachelor’s degree, equivalent military experience, or equivalent construction management experience. Previous co-op or internship experience is preferred. Necessary Attributes
Candidate must possess Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring. Excellent oral and written communication with interpersonal skills. Resourceful with strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills. Ability to work independently as well as in a team. Highly organized and detail oriented; able to prioritize and multi-task. Working Conditions
The position requires sitting, standing, walking, and computer-based work in an office environment with occasional time on job sites. Reasonable accommodations may be made for accessibility. EEO Statement
Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. Suffolk will not tolerate unlawful discrimination or harassment toward applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk.
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Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates and invests. Suffolk is an end-to-end business that provides value throughout the entire project lifecycle by leveraging its core construction management services with vertical service lines that include real estate capital investment, design, self-perform construction services, technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies) and innovation research/development. Suffolk is America’s Contractor and is privately held, with leadership by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk manages some of the most complex projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, transportation/aviation, government, mission critical and commercial sectors. The company has more than $5.5 billion in annual revenue and about 2,800 employees, with offices across multiple cities. For more information, visit www.suffolk.com. The Role
Career Start is a two-year rotational program for recent college graduates who are passionate about a construction management career. Participants join the program with a national cohort of peers and participate in different rotations to master the fundamentals of Estimating, Project Management, and Field Operations. A degree in construction management or a related field is not required. Those accepted into the program will begin work in July 2026. If you would like more information about the Career Start Program, please find more information here. Responsibilities
Estimating Responsibilities
In your estimating rotation you will work with the preconstruction team on many projects, creating detailed estimates forecasting each project’s total cost. Assist with a Subcontractor database. Assist with assembling Bid Documents for pricing. Document Take-off and quantity take-off, with use of digitizers and manual tools. Specification review and preliminary scope development; organize the take-off using spreadsheets. Develop bid clarifications and RFIs; participate in project walk-throughs as required. Review trade duration with subcontractors for input to the Project Schedule. Assist with the development and updating of subcontractor pricing scopes and trade spreadsheets. Assist with Subcontractor pricing and in the development of the detailed estimate. Participate in Architect/Owner meetings and prepare hard bids; assist in writing qualifications, assumptions, and value engineering concepts. Confirming the Document List. Field Operations Responsibilities
In your field rotation you will support Superintendents in daily jobsite operations, acting as Suffolk’s boots on the ground to manage trade partners and deliver a quality product on time and on budget. Gain basic knowledge of document control, shop drawings, and field condition verification. Assist with site logistics, Construction Management Plan, and safety requirements. Assist with project documentation including the Daily Report and Baseline Schedule updates. Support quality control, punch list process, and coordination with project teams. Project Management Responsibilities
In your project management rotation, you will support Project Managers in oversight and allocation of project resources, including coordinating trade partners, material and equipment procurement, and budget management. Assist with Change Orders, purchasing, back charges, and requisitions processing. Gain basic understanding of contract documents and owner requisition processes. Support submittal, procurement, and delivery processes; participate in project meetings; assist with developing O&M manuals and as-built warranty information. Qualifications
Recent or soon-to-be college graduate with a bachelor’s degree, equivalent military experience, or equivalent construction management experience. Previous co-op or internship experience is preferred. Necessary Attributes
Candidate must possess Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring. Excellent oral and written communication with interpersonal skills. Resourceful with strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills. Ability to work independently as well as in a team. Highly organized and detail oriented; able to prioritize and multi-task. Working Conditions
The position requires sitting, standing, walking, and computer-based work in an office environment with occasional time on job sites. Reasonable accommodations may be made for accessibility. EEO Statement
Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. Suffolk will not tolerate unlawful discrimination or harassment toward applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk.
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