Project Construction Engineer - Water Treatment & Infrastructure

Summary of Position:

WaterBridge is seeking a skilled and field-driven Project Construction Engineer to support the delivery of a large-scale water treatment and disposal facility. This role is responsible for managing day-to-day field-based deliverables, ensuring construction activities are executed in alignment with design intent, project schedule, and quality standards. Working closely with the Senior Project Manager, the Project Construction Engineer serves as the primary on-the-ground technical resource, coordinating directly with contractors, subcontractors, and engineering firms to resolve field issues and drive construction progress.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary field representative for construction activities across civil, mechanical, and process scopes of the water treatment facility
• Monitor and document daily construction progress, contractor performance, and site conditions
• Review construction drawings, specifications, and submittals for compliance with design intent and project requirements
• Coordinate resolution of field conflicts, RFIs (Requests for Information), and design clarifications in collaboration with engineering firms
• Conduct regular site walks and quality control inspections to verify work-in-place meets design and specification requirements
• Track construction schedule milestones, identify delays or deviations, and escalate issues to the Senior Project Manager with recommended corrective actions
• Manage field documentation including daily reports, punch lists, material deliveries, and as-built markups
• Coordinate contractor sequencing and site logistics to maintain safe and efficient construction operations
• Support commissioning and startup activities, ensuring systems are installed and tested per project requirements
• Enforce site safety standards and ensure all contractors adhere to applicable health, safety, and environmental regulations

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline
• Minimum 5-8 years of field construction experience on infrastructure, water treatment, or industrial facility projects
• Hands-on experience with civil construction scope including earthwork, grading, site utilities, concrete structures, and piping systems
• Familiarity with mechanical systems associated with water treatment facilities, including pumps, valves, tanks, and process equipment installation
• Ability to read and interpret civil and mechanical construction drawings, specifications, and submittals
• Experience managing RFIs, submittals, and field change orders in coordination with engineering teams
• Strong field documentation skills including daily reports, inspection logs, and as-built tracking
• Working knowledge of construction safety regulations (OSHA) and ability to enforce a safe jobsite culture
• Proficiency in project management and scheduling tools (Primavera P6, MS Project, Procore, or similar)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) designation
• Experience on water treatment, wastewater, or industrial process water facilities
• Familiarity with commissioning and startup procedures for mechanical and process systems
• Experience on greenfield or first-of-kind industrial facility projects
• OSHA 30-hour certification

Key Competencies:

• Strong field presence and ability to build productive working relationships with contractors and tradespeople
• Detail-oriented with a strong sense of accountability for quality and schedule in the field
• Effective communicator capable of translating field issues into clear, actionable information for project leadership
• Proactive problem-solver comfortable making sound decisions in a fast-paced construction environment
• Collaborative team player who operates with integrity and a commitment to safety

Working Conditions/Environment:

• Operates in a professional and/or business casual office environment.

Position Type:

• This is a full-time position.

Position Location:

• Houston, TX

Benefits:

At WaterBridge, our employee benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Drug Coverage
• Voluntary Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, & Child(ren)
• Employee Basic Life and AD&D Insurance - Company Paid
• Short Term & Long Term Disability - Company Paid
• 401(k) or Roth 401(k) Retirement Plan, plus a company match
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• And many other benefits not listed here

About Us

The WaterBridge group of companies is a fast-paced and growing organization. Our business lines include produced water handling and recycling, land management and environmental solutions. Our employees provide essential services to unlock sustainable American energy production every day, and we are continually seeking dedicated individuals who thrive on both creativity and challenge to be a part of our team. We pride ourselves for our strong commitment to our employees and for creating a workplace where employees feel genuinely valued and connected. Join our entrepreneurial and innovative team today!

WHO WE ARE

At WaterBridge, we believe that our people make the difference! We are committed to provide our employees with personal development and growth opportunities. We've been leading the emergence and evolution of the midstream water sector since 2015, backed by our strong core values and operational excellence. WaterBridge owns and operates permanent, integrated water infrastructure networks to address the long term produces water management requirements of E&P companies.

Our Mission:

To make WaterBridge the standard bearer for the water midstream industry.

Core Values:

SAFETY

• Safety is important. We demand a personal commitment at all levels within the organization. Everyone has the right and responsibility to speak up and stop any unsafe work being performed.

TEAMWORK + COLLABORATION

• We work with humility and courage to be a team player. We define success by contribution and not competition. We consider the impact we have on others before we act.

INTEGRITY + TRUST

• We honor our commitments. We demonstrate a propensity to trust and act in the very best interest of all. We do not tolerate dishonesty or intimidation.

AUTHENTIC COMMUNICATION

• We are honest and respectful. We genuinely listen to each other and encourage healthy debate. We do not spin the truth, have hidden agendas, or hide information.

ACCOUNTABILITY FOR RESULTS

• We hold ourselves accountable and take responsibility for results, regardless of outcome. We learn from our mistakes, encourage feedback, and increase our capabilities. We do not overpromise or underdeliver.

ENTREPRENEURIAL INNOVATION

• Everyone is a leader: we "think big" in everything we do and encourage new ideas. We strive for continuous improvement and encourage responsible risk taking. We do not play it safe due to complacency.

WaterBridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer.