Civil Construction Project Engineer

Clarkex; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

R. Clark Companies is seeking an experienced Civil Construction Project Engineer to plan, coordinate, and deliver heavy civil construction projects. You’ll work with project managers, superintendents, and field crews to keep complex projects moving safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities include reviewing drawings and specs, coordinating daily activities, and tracking RFIs, submittals, and costs. Travel to project sites is required; remote work is unavailable.

Qualifications

• Experience in civil or heavy civil construction and project management.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specs, and contracts.
• Willingness to travel and work on-site as required.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, coordinating, and executing heavy civil construction projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, contracts, and project documentation.
• Coordinate daily activities with field personnel, subcontractors, and management.
• Prepare and track RFIs, submittals, change orders, and related docs.
• Support scheduling, cost control, and budget monitoring.
• Track quantities, materials, productivity, and progress.
• Identify conflicts and scheduling concerns and address them promptly.
• Coordinate with owners, engineers, inspectors, and stakeholders.
• Promote safety standards and jobsite procedures.
• Maintain accurate project records and reports.

Skills

Civil construction

Project management

Blueprint reading

Field coordination

Travel readiness

PM software

Effective communication

Education

Civil engineering background

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

$85,000–$150,000 annually, depending on experience

Full-time On-site and field-based Travel required, no exceptions Remote work unavailable

Build Your Career with R. Clark Companies

R. Clark Companies is seeking an experienced Civil Construction Project Engineer to help plan, coordinate, and deliver heavy civil construction projects. You’ll work directly with project managers, superintendents, and field crews to keep complex projects moving safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist project managers and superintendents with planning, coordinating, and executing heavy civil construction projects.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and project documentation.
• Coordinate daily construction activities with field personnel, subcontractors, suppliers, and project management.
• Prepare and track RFIs, submittals, change orders, and related project documentation.
• Support scheduling, progress tracking, cost control, and budget monitoring.
• Track construction quantities, materials, productivity, and project progress.
• Identify potential conflicts, scheduling concerns, and operational challenges.
• Coordinate with owners, engineers, inspectors, and other project stakeholders.
• Support quality control and compliance with project specifications.
• Promote company safety standards and jobsite procedures.
• Maintain accurate project records and reports.
• Help deliver projects efficiently, safely, and in accordance with contract requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in civil or heavy civil construction, construction engineering, or construction project management.
• Working knowledge of construction plans, specifications, and field operations.
• Knowledge of earthwork, site development, underground utilities, or infrastructure construction is highly desirable.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Proficiency with common construction documentation and project management software.
• Ability to work effectively with project managers, superintendents, field crews, and subcontractors.
• Willingness and ability to travel to assigned project locations and work on site as required by the project schedule.

A background in civil engineering, construction management, or a related discipline is preferred. Equivalent relevant construction experience may also be considered.

Travel and Jobsite Requirements

Travel is mandatory, with no exceptions. The selected candidate must travel to assigned project locations and work on site throughout project assignments. The role involves direct work in active construction environments. Remote work is unavailable.

Compensation

$85,000–$150,000 annually. Compensation depends on qualifications, experience, and demonstrated capabilities.

Why R. Clark Companies?

Our teams take ownership of demanding construction projects and work together to keep them moving. Join a company that values field experience, teamwork, and results.