Preconstruction Project Engineer

Build Your Future with Continental Properties - Join Us as a Preconstruction Project Engineer!

Continental Properties is looking for a Preconstruction Project Engineer to join our Construction Department team at our home office in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin.

In this role, you'll play a key part in bringing new communities to life - working alongside talented professionals in construction, legal, finance, and development to transform ideas into build-ready projects. You'll dive into due diligence, research, and analysis that lay the groundwork for every successful development in our growing portfolio of exceptional communities.

You'll gain practical experience across all phases of preconstruction while working closely with seasoned professionals in the industry. You'll collaborate on high-impact projects, contribute to meaningful decisions, and help shape the foundation for communities where people love to live.

You'll report directly to the Vice President of Preconstruction, joining a team that values curiosity, collaboration, and continuous growth.

We are embracing a hybrid work environment, and you can work both in the office and remotely. #LI-Hybrid

Essential Responsibilities:

• Own the Details that Drive Success: Gather and analyze critical due diligence materials, including geotechnical reports and utility availability, to ensure every project begins with a clear, informed foundation.
• Lead Code and Permit Research: Conduct detailed code reviews to identify building permit requirements, inspection processes, and occupancy standards-ensuring full compliance and streamlined approvals.
• Shape Smarter Budgets: Gather permit fee data and translate it into accurate, actionable budget insights that help teams make informed financial decisions.
• Support Early Project Planning: Assist with developing initial construction estimates and pricing, bringing clarity and precision to early-stage project evaluations.
• Build Key Relationships: Represent Continental at pre-application meetings with municipalities and utility providers - collaborating to align project vision, timing, and feasibility from day one.

Skills for Success:

You're curious, driven, and ready to build a foundation for a thriving career in construction and development. You bring a passion for learning, a sharp eye for detail, and the confidence to take initiative in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Real Estate, Finance, Engineering, or Architecture - or an Associate's degree paired with equivalent hands-on experience.
• Experience: 0-2 years of experience in construction, development, or a related field. Prior onsite construction experience is a big plus - we value those who've seen how great projects come to life.
• Technical Savvy: Familiarity with construction project management software is preferred.

Why You'll Love Life at Continental:

Our award-winning culture fosters innovation and empowers our team members to lead. Here are some of the reasons that our team members continue to vote for us as a Top Workplace:

• Career Growth: You'll have the tools, training, and opportunities for a meaningful career with long-term growth potential. We invest in your learning & development with paid professional memberships, certifications, and tuition reimbursement.
  
  
• Mental Health & Wellness: Your well-being matters. We provide comprehensive mental health support including but not limited to 8-free counseling sessions per year and access to additional wellness resources.
  
  
• Balance: We recognize that balance varies for everyone, and we support our team members with that in mind. Recharge with generous vacation time, 9-paid holidays, and half-days on Fridays during designated months.
  
  
• Community & Connection: Build relationships through informal gatherings, lunches, community and company events, volunteer opportunities, and a vibrant social culture. Learn more about recent Continental events here!
  
  
• Culture of Belonging: The Continental IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Allies) is our commitment to evolving our culture where team members feel a sense of belongingness each day. Our You Belong Here Initiative and Business Resource Groups focus on fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment for all.
  
  
• Performance Incentives: Participate in our Building Above and Beyond (BAAB) incentive program that rewards team members annually based on company goals and achievements.
  
  
• Industry-Leading Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) with company match, and company-paid life and disability insurance.
• Family Support: Support your growing family with 6-weeks paid parental leave and with family-forming & fertility resources (up to 12-weeks leave for birth mothers).
  
  

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and all applicable state and local fair employment practices laws, and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities.

For the benefit of our residents, the communities we serve, and our co-workers, all applicants are required to pass a post-offer criminal background check prior to joining the Continental team.

We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The posted salary range represents our good faith estimate of the base salary for this role at the time of posting. Final compensation is based on a variety of factors, including a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. This range does not include bonus potential or other forms of compensation and benefits.

Salary Range: $64,000 - $90,000 per year