Project Engineer

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescriptionThe SkillBridge will gain foundational experience in construction project support, assisting with various administrative and operational aspects of project execution. They will support document control, communication with subcontractors and vendors, data entry, and basic scheduling tasks. The will learn to organize project files, process invoices, track material deliveries, and contribute to efficient project flow.
Key Responsibilities

• Complete onboarding tasks, including administrative setup, introductions, and integration into company systems and tools.
• Learn and utilize project management software (e.g., Procore, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project).
• Enroll in and complete the Construction Project Management Certificate program.
• Gain foundational knowledge in project management, including project lifecycles, scope, cost, time, and quality management.
• Learn construction contracts, legal aspects, documentation, and blueprint reading.
• Shadow Project Engineers on active construction sites to observe execution and best practices.
• Assist with submittals, RFIs, and project documentation processes.
• Document project progress, identify potential issues, and support risk mitigation.
• Participate in project coordination meetings to improve communication and problem-solving.
• Apply cost control and resource allocation techniques to support project efficiency.
• Develop and update project schedules using Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
• Support implementation of cost control measures and schedule updates.
• Participate in quality inspections, field verifications, and audits to ensure compliance with standards.
• Conduct supervised quality checks and prepare detailed quality reports.
• Prepare and present a comprehensive project closeout report.
• Communicate project findings and lessons learned to management.
• Prepare for transition to a full-time Project Engineer role.
  
  

Skills, Knowledge and ExpertiseIdeal candidate qualifications 

• Has held multiple safety roles as Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge (NCOIC) or Officer in Charge (OIC)
• Strong ability to work autonomously
• Self motivated
• Combat arms or Strong safety background
• Eager to grow and develop
• Certifications (Nice to have)
  • Has up-to-date First Aid/ CPR certifications
  • Has OSHA 10 or 30
  • PMP Certified
  • CMlean
  • CSST
• Engineering Degree or Construction Degree

Match the Military Occupational Codes (MOCs) specifications to the Ideal candidate

These SkillBridge/CSP opportunities will be tailored to the military ranks: E-4 - E-7 | O-1 - O-3
The primary MOSs that will support this:
Army

• Infantry (11B)
• Armor (19K)  
• Field Artillery (13B)
• Combat Engineer (12B) 
• Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) (89D)

Navy (Marines)

• Aviation Ratings
• Damage Controlman (DC)
• Master-at-Arms (MA)
• Engineering Ratings
• Construction Ratings
  1. Ground Safety Specialist (8012) - (Secondary MOS)

Airforce

• Safety (1S0X1)
• Bioenvironmental Engineering (4B0X1)
• Fire Protection (3E7X1)
• Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) (3E8X1)
• Security Forces (3P0X1)
  
  

Why Lemoine?Five and Fly Partners with Lemoine to bring a construction SkillBridge opportunity to help servicemembers find purpose-driven careers in the construction industry. Lemoine is building a strong company of construction professionals and wants to add transitioning servicemembers into the mix. This is an opportunity to take a step into an industry that is fundamental to the growth and maintenance of the infrastructure of the United States. Vets are key players in filling the roles in this industry, from HR to project engineers, estimators, to heavy equipment operators, you name it, this industry has a role for you.
Location: Monroe | Baton Rogue | New Orleans | Louisiana 
SkillBridge Length: 90 - 180 Days
What you will do:

• Learn Construction Fundamentals
• Learn about all construction roles
• Gain relevant industry certs as needed to earn a full-time opportunity
• Real-time on-the-job training, shadowing a Lemoine employee
• Learn the vast array of Industry opportunities and how to stay competitive.

What you will earn:

• Critical exposure to the Construction Industry gives you a leg up over your peers
• An offer to come on the Lemoine team full-time.

Lemoine Skillbridge Length:

Minimum of 90 days

Average of 120 days

Maximum of 180 days

Lemoine can support SkillBridge programs of lengths between the minimum and maximum allotted program time windows. Lemoine will build a training program that can facilitate SMs with various timelines.

The expectation will be established and understood that with a shorter SkillBridge time window, the servicemember will be less likely to land a full-time opportunity upon completing a Lemoine SkillBridge.