Civil Engineer | Const. Services (P.E. licensed) - road/bridge

CTL Engineering, Inc.; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401K

ESOP

Job summary

CTL Engineering is seeking a Civil/Project Engineer for Construction Services with 5+ years' experience and a P.E. license.

You will lead construction administration, inspection, and testing for roadway, bridge, and utility projects, coordinating with municipal agencies and clients in central Ohio. The role combines field and office work, requires strong reading of blueprints, and the ability to manage teams, schedules, and budgets while ensuring compliance with state specifications and project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• 5+ years of applicable experience preferred.
• PE licensure required.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all aspects of construction administration and inspection for roadway/bridge projects.
• Manage roadway/bridge projects and municipal utility or infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with Marketing on technical proposals.
• Monitor and enforce standards and specifications.
• Read and apply blueprints and construction documents.
• Travel to project sites to inspect construction and ensure contractor compliance.
• Supervise technicians and inspectors in inspection work and materials testing.
• Prepare and maintain project records and reports.
• Notify Project Manager of status updates and non-conforming projects.
• Review submittals including CPM schedules.
• Communicate with clients on deliverables.
• Assist with developing project proposals and construction cost estimates.
• Assist with schedules, budgets, and quality control.

Skills

Civil engineering principles

Blueprint reading

Project management

Communication skills

Team leadership

Reliability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

CTL Engineering is hiring a Civil/Project Engineer | Construction Services (5+ yrs exp - P.E. licensed)

CTL Engineering (www.ctleng.com) is an award winning, full service consulting engineering firm with 15 locations across OH, IN, WV, KY, NC, SC, and VA with a rich history over our 99 years in business. We provide civil/site design and land surveying, environmental, geotechnical, construction administration & inspection, accident reconstruction, roofing/building envelope, A/V system design, troubleshooting & installation, transportation design (bridge/roadway), and specialized testing services to the construction industry.

We are looking for a Construction Project Engineer who will play a key role in all aspects of construction administration and inspection services/testing for state (ODOT), county, and local Clients. You’ll oversee and manage a wide range of roadway/bridge projects. You’ll leverage your expertise in infrastructure construction and creative problem‑solving skills while collaborating closely with institutions/municipal agencies. This role will be involved with projects through every stage of the construction process, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance.

Highlights

• This position will include a mix of field and office work.
• Works independently on broad projects under the direction of a Dept. Manager while managing a team of direct reports or projects.
• Projects are typically in the central Ohio region – usually within a 60 minute travel radius. Frequent travel within this region is expected but overnight stays are very rare.
• A stipend for personal vehicle use or a company vehicle may be provided, based on the assignment.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all aspects of construction administration and inspection services for roadway/bridge projects:
  • Perform construction administration and inspection services for state, county, and local Clients.
  • Manage roadway/bridge projects and municipal utility or infrastructure projects.
  • Work with the Marketing Department as a key contributor to the technical aspects of proposals.
  • Monitor and enforce standards and specifications.
  • Read and apply blueprints and construction documents on a variety of infrastructure projects.
  • Travel to project sites to inspect construction projects - ensuring contractor compliance with state specifications, plans, and proposals on various infrastructure projects.
  • Manage, coordinate, supervise, and provide technical support and direction to Technicians and Inspectors performing inspection work and materials testing on construction projects (concrete, foundation, masonry, pavement construction testing, observing and inspecting roadway and infrastructure).
  • Oversee on-site project inspections including, but not limited to, soil compaction tests, concrete field tests including slump tests, casting concrete cylinders for future lab tests, verifying the placement of reinforcing steel, and other tests as needed.
  • Verify plan quantities and calculations with bid plans.
  • Prepare and maintain project records and reports.
  • Notify the Contractor or Project Manager with status updates or about non‑confirming projects.
  • Review project submittals including CPM schedules.
• Communicate with clients on deliverables.
• Assist with developing project proposals and construction cost estimates.
• Assist with developing/managing schedules, budgets, and quality of work.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of civil and engineering principles, reporting, analysis and management of teams and projects.
• Extensive experience in the Construction industry and engineering equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Technical skills and understanding of P&L.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and remain quality-focused.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to manage and train others and be a team player.
• Reliability and punctuality.
• Good customer service skills, high level of professionalism, and comfort with client interaction – ability to build relationships.
• Quality-minded and client-focused.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
• 5+ years of applicable experience preferred.
• 2+ years of construction material inspection and testing experience is a plus.
• PE licensure is required.
• Valid driver license and an acceptable driving record.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, an award-winning ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), and a 401K plan.

CTL Engineering provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.