Civil Project Engineer

EWI Recruitment; Radford (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

EWI Recruitment is seeking a Civil Project Engineer to support the delivery of civil engineering projects from design through to completion in Radford, Virginia. You will coordinate with project managers, designers, contractors and clients to ensure works align with approved designs, standards, programme requirements and budgets.

You will interpret technical drawings, manage multiple priorities, and contribute to safe, high-quality infrastructure.

Qualifications

• A degree in civil engineering, construction or related discipline is required.
• Solid understanding of construction methods, engineering principles and QA processes.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications and liaise with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assist planning, coordination and delivery of civil engineering projects.
• Review designs, drawings, and construction methodologies to identify risks and opportunities.
• Coordinate consultants, contractors and other stakeholders to maintain progress.
• Monitor site activities, quality, health and safety standards and environmental controls.
• Prepare technical reports, progress updates and project records.
• Support management of programmes, costs, variations and technical queries.
• Undertake site inspections and provide practical construction solutions.
• Ensure works comply with legislation, standards and procedures.

Skills

Interpreting drawings

Stakeholder coordination

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Education

Civil engineering degree

Job description

Civil Project Engineer

An exciting opportunity is available for a Civil Project Engineer to support the successful delivery of civil engineering projects from design through to completion. This role will suit a technically capable professional who can coordinate multiple stakeholders, manage project information and contribute to the delivery of safe, efficient and high-quality infrastructure.

Working closely with project managers, designers, contractors and clients, you will provide technical input throughout the project lifecycle. You will help ensure that works are delivered in accordance with approved designs, relevant standards, programme requirements and budgetary constraints.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with the planning, coordination and delivery of civil engineering projects.
• Review designs, specifications, drawings and construction methodologies to identify risks and opportunities.
• Coordinate consultants, contractors and other project stakeholders to maintain effective project progress.
• Monitor site activities, quality standards, health and safety requirements and environmental controls.
• Prepare technical reports, progress updates, project records and other relevant documentation.
• Support the management of project programmes, costs, variations, risks and technical queries.
• Undertake site inspections and provide practical solutions to construction and engineering issues.
• Ensure works comply with applicable legislation, industry standards, specifications and approved procedures.

About you

You will have a degree or equivalent qualification in civil engineering, construction or a related discipline, together with experience working on civil engineering or infrastructure projects. A sound understanding of construction methods, engineering principles, risk management and quality assurance is essential.

You should be confident interpreting technical drawings and specifications, communicating with a range of stakeholders and managing competing priorities. Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills are required, along with a proactive approach and a commitment to delivering high standards.

Membership of a relevant professional body, or progress towards professional registration, would be advantageous. A valid driving licence and the ability to travel to project and site locations may also be required.