Lead Construction Services Engineer

Lead Construction Services Engineer Opportunity

Imagine being an employee-owner of a company guided by engaged and empowered team members like yourself. Where a culture of respect, flexibility, and accountability aren't just ideals - they're our foundation, and diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued as drivers of innovation and growth. Join us, as together, we are Building a Better World for All of Us®.

• Collaborate on amazing projects of varying size and complexity that positively impact communities
• Being 100% employee-owned means we all share in the company's success
• Career development through continued education, licensure/certification, skills, and technical training
• Work arrangements that promote work/life balance
• Flexible holidays enable individuals to tailor their festivities
• Paid Family Leave provides time to care for loved ones, whether family by birth or family by choice

• Collaborate on amazing projects of varying size and complexity that positively impact communities
• Being 100% employee-owned means we all share in the company's success
• Career development through continued education, licensure/certification, skills, and technical training
• Work arrangements that promote work/life balance
• Flexible holidays enable individuals to tailor their festivities
• Paid Family Leave provides time to care for loved ones, whether family by birth or family by choice

Overview:

We are seeking a Lead Construction Services Engineer to join our growing team and oversee multi-phase transportation projects. This role involves coordinating personnel, managing work assignments, and overseeing junior staff to ensure successful project execution.

This Opportunity:

• Lead construction efforts on complex, multi-operational transportation projects.
• Monitor construction activities for compliance with legal, safety, and environmental standards.
• Apply engineering and technical expertise to support construction operations.
• Conduct final inspections to ensure project completion meets specifications.
• Provide expert-level field observations across multiple large and small-scale projects.
• Oversee daily documentation of certified work and input of quantities into record-keeping systems or contract administration software.
• Lead post-construction activities including finalizing quantities, inspections, and preparing/negotiating change orders and pay estimates.
• Track contractor schedules and progress, communicating updates to senior construction staff and project managers.
• This opportunity is open to candidates residing in the following areas:
  Chippewa Falls, MN

Essential

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency with WisDOT AASHTOWare Project (AWP).
• Onsite construction experience.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Highway Technician Certification Program (HTCP) certification, or ability to obtain.
• Ability to work in varied weather conditions and terrain.
• Willingness to travel and work overtime as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of construction experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.), or ability to obtain licensure within a reasonable timeframe.
• Proven leadership experience in construction settings.
• Proficiency with Civil 3D.
• Experience in civil or highway design.

This position requires an MVR records check verifying that you possess a valid driver's license and a driving record which meets the requirements of SEH's Driving Program.

Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $85,000 and $105,000 annually based on skill set and experience. Check out our full benefits package at SEH Hiring Journey.

Due to current business and operational considerations, unable to hire employees residing in the following states at this time: AK, AR, CA, CT, DE, HI, KY, MA, RI, VT, and PR. Candidates willing to relocate should indicate this in their application.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.

SEH is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We take affirmative action to ensure that all employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.

Notice to Third Party Agencies: SEH does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by SEH's Talent Director, SEH reserves the right to pursue and hire these candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.