Project Engineer-Heavy Civil Construction

About the Company

The company is a respected leader in heavy civil, energy, and utility infrastructure construction throughout California. With deep technical expertise and a strong safety-first culture, they deliver complex projects for public agencies, private owners, and utility clients across the region.

The organization is known for its long-term commitment to developing talent from within
, offering professionals hands‑on exposure across estimating, project management, and field operations—building the next generation of construction leaders.

The Project Engineer role is designed to develop well‑rounded construction professionals with experience across multiple disciplines, including pipelines, field operations, project management, and estimating
. This position supports Field Operations and/or Estimating teams in delivering projects safely, efficiently, and to client expectations.

This is an ideal opportunity for early‑career engineers or construction professionals who want broad exposure to the full lifecycle of construction projects and a clearly defined growth path into Project Management, Field Operations, Engineering Services, or Estimating roles.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting Project Managers, Superintendents, and Estimators with day‑to‑day project execution and problem‑solving
• Coordinating labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Supporting material ordering, scheduling, and GPS model development for field operations
• Assisting Estimators with material takeoffs, bid preparation, and historical cost analysis
• Preparing estimates, reviewing drawings and specifications, and determining project scope
• Maintaining project documentation including RFIs, submittals, logs, permits, contracts, purchase orders, and quantity takeoffs
• Building strong working relationships with internal teams, subcontractors, vendors, and clients
• Actively managing personal development and contributing across multiple areas of the organization

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field
  , or equivalent technical training and experience
• 0–5 years
  of experience in the construction industry or related technical roles
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Working knowledge of construction materials, equipment, methods, and industry standards
• Familiarity with project management and/or estimating software
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
  ; exposure to Microsoft Project, Primavera, or HCSS Heavy Job preferred
• Valid driver’s license and ability to complete pre‑employment drug, alcohol, and background screening
• Willingness to perform occasional overnight travel
• Strong organizational, communication, and relationship‑building skills

• Competitive base salary: $100,000 – $140,000
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, retirement, and more)
• Exposure to complex infrastructure and utility construction projects
• Structured career development and advancement opportunities
• Collaborative team environment with experienced mentors and leaders
• Commitment to safety, training, and professional growth