NOW HIRING: PROJECT ENGINEER – HEAVY CIVIL CONSTRUCTION
FULL TIME
Opportunity
A well-established heavy civil construction company is seeking a Project Engineer to work closely with the Project Team and Field Management to help deliver safe, high-quality, and profitable projects.
This role will support project execution across submittals, shop drawings, scheduling, procurement, job cost tracking, subcontractor coordination, field operations, and client communication, while helping the project team meet or exceed budget and operating profit goals.
Why Join Us
- Support the execution of heavy civil construction projects
- Work closely with Project Teams and Field Management
- Gain experience across project controls, procurement, scheduling, and field operations
- Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and project representatives
- Join a company offering competitive wages, benefits, and growth opportunities
Behavioral Requirements
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills
- Strong organizational and time management abilities
- Ability to build strong professional relationships
- Detail-oriented approach to project documentation and cost tracking
- Ability to work collaboratively with field and project teams
- Strong ability to manage multiple project responsibilities
What You’ll Do (Essential Duties & Responsibilities)
Project Documentation & Controls
- Track project quantities daily and reconcile them monthly for payment purposes
- Review foremen’s daily reports to ensure information is properly recorded
- Document Time and Material operations and reconcile them with the client
- Support project quality personnel
Submittals & Procurement
- Produce and manage project submittals, shop drawings, and material certifications
- Ensure required documentation is submitted and approved before work begins
- Assist with the buyout process and prepare requisitions
- Produce complete purchase orders after approval by the Project Manager
Subcontractor Coordination
- Understand key operational details of subcontracts
- Hold subcontractors accountable to their agreements
- Attend subcontractor coordination meetings
- Provide updates regarding schedules, drawings, and specifications
Scheduling & Field Operations
- Participate in developing Four Week Look Ahead schedules with Superintendents
- Incorporate resources, submittals, approvals, lead times, restraints, and milestones into project planning
- Participate in relevant daily huddles
- Support the project team in constructing projects efficiently and profitably
Client & Team Relationships
- Establish strong working and professional relationships with clients and their representatives
- Maintain effective communication with field inspectors
- Work closely with Project Teams and Field Management throughout project execution
What You Bring (Qualifications & Education)
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field with 1+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent.
Experience
- Heavy Civil Construction experience is required
- Experience with structures or site civil excavation is preferred
Skills
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, P6, HCSS, and ERP systems
- Working knowledge of estimating and engineering
- Experience with cost tracking systems is a plus
- Knowledge of site surveying is a plus
What You Need To Know
- Competitive wages
- Benefit package
- Growth opportunities
How to Apply
Ready to build your career in heavy civil construction while gaining experience across project management, field operations, scheduling, procurement, and project controls?
Email your resume to
taylorm@hcrc.us
For a confidential conversation, contact Taylor Maurer, Senior Managing Partner, at 828-231-1666.