Project Engineer - Roadway/Bridge

This position is with one of the world's largest heavy civil contractors, a leader in constructing roads, highways, and major design-build projects across the United States and throughout Florida.

The role provides outstanding opportunities for professional growth in Florida's rapidly expanding infrastructure sector, fueled by significant state investments, including a proposed $15.4 billion transportation budget for FY 2026-27. Ongoing mega-projects include FDOT's Moving Florida Forward initiatives (with accelerated I-4 corridor enhancements), Florida Turnpike widening efforts, and major port terminal expansions at facilities like Port Canaveral and PortMiami.

Key Responsibilities

• Thoroughly review contracts and project specifications
• Support the Project Manager and Project Superintendent as needed
• Assist in schedule preparation, updates, and management
• Contribute to quantity takeoffs, project cost tracking, and forecasting
• Solicit and evaluate pricing from subcontractors and vendors, including for change orders
• Coordinate requisition and delivery of equipment and materials
• Collaborate with subcontractors, suppliers, and the workforce to resolve project issues and conflicts
• Assist with monthly billing, cash flow projections, and change order processing
• Manage document control, including submittal schedules, contract documents, and record drawings
• Review Heavy Job daily reports for completeness and accuracy
• Prepare and maintain technical submittal logs, NPDES permits, Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans, and project progress schedules as required
• Ensure compliance with notice requirements (e.g., inspections, survey staking, joint measurements, utility coordination, testing, and claims)
• Issue correspondence to subcontractors and vendors regarding impacts from revised plans or specifications
• Support project closeout activities
• Perform additional tasks as directed by the Project Manager

Job Requirements

• B.S. in Civil Engineering, with an emphasis in Construction Engineering and Management (CEM)
• 3–8 years of experience in heavy civil construction (office and/or field roles)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Primavera P6