Construction Engineer-Drainage

Balfour Beatty plc; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Vacation Time

Sick Time

Holidays

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Dallas is seeking a Construction Engineer (Drainage Focus) to manage drainage system projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and 2+ years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include overseeing the installation of drainage systems and conducting field inspections to meet regulatory standards. This position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in construction engineering focusing on drainage.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency in civil engineering software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the construction and installation of drainage systems.
• Conduct field inspections to verify installation compliance.
• Collaborate with project teams and inspectors on drainage systems.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

HEC-RAS

MicroStation

Job description

As an industry leader Balfour Beatty offers employees a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries and more including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement)
• Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• Holidays

Position Summary

The Construction Engineer (Drainage Focus) is responsible for overseeing the design, planning, and construction of drainage systems on heavy civil and infrastructure projects. The Construction Engineer will coordinate closely with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, inspectors, and suppliers to ensure quality, cost, and schedule goals are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the construction and installation of drainage systems, including storm sewers, culverts, detention basins, channels, and erosion control structures.
• Support the development and review of design drawings, specifications, submittals, and RFIs related to drainage work.
• Conduct field inspections to verify proper installation of drainage systems in accordance with design and regulatory requirements.
• Apply knowledge of hydrology, hydraulics, and stormwater management practices to solve field issues.
• Ensure proper grading, slope stabilization, and erosion/sediment control.
• Collaborate with project teams, clients, inspectors, and agencies to ensure drainage systems meet regulatory standards and project requirements.
• Support subcontractor coordination for drainage scope, including scheduling, materials, and quality control.
• Track quantities, costs, and progress for drainage-related work.
• Prepare daily reports, logs, and documentation to support compliance and project record-keeping.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field required.
• 2+ years of experience in construction engineering with a focus on drainage, stormwater, or heavy civil projects.
• Proficiency in civil engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD Civil 3D, HEC‑RAS, MicroStation) preferred.
• Proficiency using a personal computer (PC) and company communication tools, such as email, the internet, and Microsoft products (e.g. Word, Excel, Office, Outlook).
• Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong safety awareness and commitment to quality

About us

Balfour Beatty US is an industry‑leading provider of general contracting, at‑risk construction management and design‑build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way.Through Zero Harm®, we are challenging the construction industry’s assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business.

Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News‑Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London‑based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).

Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.

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