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A project engineer applies the principles of engineering to all aspects of a technical project. They do project planning, schedule preparation, people and capital resource forecasting and management, vendor management, budget oversight. A project engineer ensures that projects are completed according to project plans, trains and manages technical team members as necessary, and often is the technical point of contact for the client or other internal stakeholders.

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  • Bachelor of Science (b.sc.) in Civil Engineering
    The number of occurrences matches with Project Engineer in our database.
    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$32,944Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor of Science (b.sc.) in Mechanical Engineering
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$32,659Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering
    The number of occurrences matches with Project Engineer in our database.
    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$32,944Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering
    The number of occurrences matches with Project Engineer in our database.
    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$32,659Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor of Science (b.sc.) in Construction Management
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$24,321Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
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Annual Pay Estimate for Project Engineer and Other Important Info

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3.8 years
$84K
The average years of experience in the workforce prior to having this role
3.03 years
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3
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