Continental Properties is looking for a motivated individual to join our team in May/June of 2025 as a Project Engineer at our home office in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. If you are an upcoming 2025 college graduate - this role is for you!
You will work with members of the construction department and other project team members (legal, finance, development) to facilitate several activities associated with the development and construction of our rental housing communities which include workforce housing, market rate and build to rent. You will have the opportunity for career development in the construction department with a stable and growing real estate developer. You will report to the Senior Project Manager.
We are embracing a hybrid work environment and you can work both in the office and remotely. #LI-Hybrid
Essential Responsibilities:
Travel to a specific market(s), overseeing the onsite construction activities for our rental housing communities
Help with pre-con activities on multiple projects such as code review, geotech and utility availability letters
Help prepare preliminary project estimates and schedules for new project submittals
Coordinate plan submittals and work with the assigned architects and civil engineers
Walk buildings and prepare construction punch lists for building delivery to property management team
Handle warranty items
In addition to responsibilities above, manage one project from commencement of construction activities through completion with the oversight of your leader
Skills for Success:
Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (2025 graduates encouraged to apply!)
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
Continental Properties is a national real estate development and property management company headquartered in suburban Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Founded in 1979 and still privately held, continental has grown from a small company to a major presence in the real estate and apartment management industry. With each project, Continental works as a responsible business partner and community leader. We operate Springs® Apartments, our national award-winning apartment brand with a fierce commitment to customer service. The Springs offers features and amenities distinguishing us from the competition, promoting customer satisfaction and retention, and challenging the status quo in the apartment industry. The development and management of our retail projects and apartment communities is backed by Continental’s hallmarks: ethical business practices, expert industry knowledge, financial strength and an uncompromising attention to detail. Continental Properties’ team of exceptional people, its financial resources, critical thinking and unrivaled industry insight all play a role in creating real estate developments that deliver optimum benefit to our tenants and attractive returns to investors and enhance the communities we serve.