Project Engineer

About Our Client
Extraordinary Projects, Exceptional Performance

Our Client is a nationally respected civil construction firm with more than a century of experience delivering essential infrastructure across the United States. With a portfolio that spans the construction and rehabilitation of highways, bridges, tunnels, mass-transit systems, and water and wastewater treatment facilities, they play a vital role in maintaining the nation’s infrastructure. Their commitment to integrity, financial strength, and consistent delivery of high-quality projects has made them a preferred partner for large-scale, complex initiatives.

Their coast-to-coast accomplishments include major efforts such as the Purple Line (D Line) Extensions in Los Angeles, the SR 99 Viaduct Replacement Tunnel in Seattle, the East Side Access and Hudson Yards Platform projects in New York, and the Central Subway Third Street Light Rail in San Francisco, among many others.

Position: Project Engineer

Our Client is currently seeking a skilled Project Engineer to join their team. This role will vary slightly depending on project assignment but is integral to the overall success of high-value civil construction projects. The ideal candidate will support project execution from buyout through closeout, ensuring quality, compliance, and efficiency throughout each phase.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with monthly billing processes, cash flow forecasting, and change order management

• Review mock-ups, shop drawings, and project specifications

• Monitor and manage subcontractor compliance and coordinate quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) measures

• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with drawings, specifications, and applicable codes

• Identify and manage procurement of critical and long-lead materials; oversee material ordering and delivery scheduling

• Support the development and execution of detailed work plans

• Assist in managing document control, project safety, and environmental compliance

• Ensure adherence to OSHA health and safety regulations on-site

• Perform quantity takeoffs based on contract documentation

• Support and supervise field operations as needed

• Assist in the preparation of purchase orders and subcontract agreements

• Contribute to schedule development and assist with schedule updates

• Provide field-level oversight and subcontractor coordination as required

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field from an accredited institution

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, ideally on construction projects valued at $100 million or more

• Demonstrated experience preparing cost reports and supporting project financial tracking

• Familiarity with legal, contractual, and claims-related processes within construction

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; experience with construction management software such as Procore and Primavera P6

• Strong written and verbal communication skills