CEI Senior Project Engineer

CL 14e3ab81 2b6a 4870 a48b f1afe5668d08; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Medical, Dental, & Vision

401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching

Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance

Employer-Paid short-term and long-term disability

Wellness incentives

Student Debt Retirement Match

Additional voluntary benefits

Job summary

CL 14e3ab81 2b6a 4870 a48b f1afe5668d08 is seeking an experienced CEI Senior Project Engineer to support projects in Brentwood or Nashville, TN. The role involves direct construction engineering administration, project management, and maintaining relationships with clients.

The ideal candidate will have a Civil Engineering degree, be a registered PE in Tennessee, and possess over 10 years of experience in road and bridge construction, including managing projects to meet budgets and schedules.

Benefits include stock ownership plan, medical and dental coverage, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in major road and bridge construction.
• TDOT experience and existing relationships required.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Direct construction engineering administration and inspection.
• Review programs for conformance with Client standards.
• Prepare proposals and estimates for new projects.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Client liaison

Education

Civil Engineering degree from ABET accredited program

Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in TN

Job description

We are currently searching for an experienced CEI Senior Project Engineer to support our Gulf Region located in Brentwood or Nashville, TN.

What you’ll be doing:

• Direct construction engineering administration and inspection project/program
• Plan and organize the work of subordinate and staff members; develop and/or review project specific policies, methods, practices, and procedures
• Review programs for conformance with Client standards
• Identify and pursue future opportunities
• The Senior Project Engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining an excellent professional relationship with those organizations to facilitate both the successful completion of current ongoing projects and the successful pursuit of follow‑on assignments
• Preparing proposals and estimates for new projects
• Reviewing technical work and reports prepared by others
• Managing projects so that schedules and budget are met
• Periodic visits to construction or work sites to perform inspections

What you need to have:

• Civil Engineering degree from an ABET accredited program
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Tennessee is required
• 10+ years of progressive experience in major road and bridge construction
• TDOT experience and existing relationships required (Region 3 preferred)
• Previous experience managing projects and personnel
• Must have proven skills in meeting TDOT expectations, schedules, and budgets
• Proven leadership, communication, mentoring, and client liaison skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state‑specific guidelines
• Valid driver’s license
• A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)

Key Benefits:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Employer‑Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer‑Paid short‑term disability and long‑term disability
• Wellness incentives
• Student Debt Retirement Match
• Additional voluntary benefits

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