Senior Project Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer with strong expertise in deep foundations and heavy civil infrastructure. This hybrid role combines estimating responsibilities with hands-on project execution support, providing involvement from the bid phase through final project delivery.

Projects typically include small- to mid-sized civil assignments such as deep foundations (pile and shoring systems), transportation improvements, culverts, light rail components, small bridges, and select industrial scopes. Most projects are short-term and may require periodic travel to remote job sites for coordination and oversight.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze drawings, specifications, and geotechnical reports to define scope and prepare competitive cost estimates

• Perform detailed quantity take-offs and develop comprehensive labor, equipment, and material cost analyses

• Maintain up-to-date vendor pricing and accurate cost documentation

• Participate in pre-bid meetings and contribute to proposal preparation

• Support field operations with RFIs, submittals, change orders, and document control

• Coordinate subcontractors and assist with contract administration and claims management

• Track and monitor project costs on a weekly basis using project management and accounting systems

• Evaluate design alternatives and recommend cost-effective engineering solutions

• Assist with project start-up documentation and help maintain strong contractor performance ratings

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

• 5–7 years of experience in heavy civil construction, including deep foundations, pile and shoring, heavy highway, light rail, or industrial projects

• Proven experience as a Project Engineer supporting civil infrastructure or deep foundation work

• Strong understanding of field construction practices and estimating principles

• Proficiency in estimating, scheduling, and project management software platforms

• Solid mathematical and analytical skills (geometry, ratios, take-offs, and cost calculations)

• Experience collaborating with regulatory agencies, clients, subcontractors, and executive leadership

Preferred Experience

• Direct hands-on experience with deep foundation systems

• Background in cost engineering within competitive bid environments

• Ability and willingness to travel as project needs require

Required Skill Sets

• Deep Foundations & Shoring Systems

• Heavy Civil Estimating & Cost Control

• Subcontractor Coordination & Project Documentation

• Contract Administration & Change Management