Project Engineer, Civil Engineering

Walbec produces high-quality construction materials and delivers unparalleled professional design, engineering and construction services at its six companies:
Payne and Dolan, Northeast Asphalt, Zenith Tech, Parisi, Premier Concrete, and Construction Resources Management. Whether building bridges, stabilizing shorelines, rehabilitating structures, or providing site engineering and construction solutions for solar, Walbec is your bridge to expertise in construction and engineering.

With safety and ethics at the core of everything we do, our experienced professionals are hard at work on commercial and industrial sites throughout the Midwest.

The Project Engineer will assist and support Project Managers (PMs) and other key stakeholders with day-to-day tasks such as bidding, scheduling, contracts, billing, and collections. The role includes, but is not limited to:

• Safety
• Software and applications (HCSS, financials, scheduling, etc.)
• Take-offs
• Bidding
• Building (grading, paving, milling, subcontractors)
• Scheduling
• Contracts and negotiation
• Billing and collection
• Specifications
• Beginning knowledge of mix designs, plants, and aggregate sites (manufacturing)
• General business operations (understands details of company operations)

In conjunction with other Project Engineers and PMs, the Engineer ensures that daily, weekly, and monthly tasks are addressed in a timely fashion, spends time with Operations, PMs, Scheduling, and receives exposure to Manufacturing and Technical Services. The Engineer also attends project meetings (pre-construction, pre-pave, scheduling, etc.) and performs related duties as required.

• Bachelor’s degree, vocational training, certification from an accredited organization, or a combination of schooling and relevant work experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, consulting, conflict management, and interpersonal/negotiation skills.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

• Prior transportation industry and logistics experience.
• Other relevant industry experience.
• Excellent client management and business literacy skills.
• Ability to develop trusting relationships to gain support and achieve results.
• Ability to manage multiple conflicting priorities.
• Self‑directed and motivated.
• Takes initiative to identify and anticipate organizational needs and make recommendations for implementation.

• Competitive compensation aligned with industry standards.
• Employer‑Paid Medical Plan with HRA contribution (eligibility requirements).
• Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• Flex Spending Account (FSA).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Company‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability coverage.
• Paid parental leave.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Profit sharing.
• Robust Walbec training and professional development program.
• Ongoing career growth opportunities.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action employer, and we provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. In addition, we comply with applicable federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws in all locations where we operate. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture at the Walbec Group. Our leadership understands the unique abilities and differences of our team members, which drives innovation and growth. When you choose Walbec, you’ll be welcomed into a supportive environment where all team members feel heard, respected, and valued.