Construction Engineer II - Transportation

LJA; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & Holidays

Health & Dental

Pet benefits

Maternity & Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

In-house training

Referral bonuses

Volunteer days

Professional memberships

Career growth opportunities

Fun culture

Job summary

LJA, a civil engineering firm, is seeking a Construction Engineer II in its Transportation department in Houston to support oversight of roadway, bridge and transportation construction projects. You will inspect contractor work, document progress, coordinate material testing and ensure compliance with plans, specs and contract requirements.

The role collaborates with engineers, contractors and clients to identify deficiencies, maintain project documentation, monitor safety and quality, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering is required.
• Engineer-in-Training or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Minimum 1 year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support inspection staff on transportation construction projects.
• Perform field inspection tasks under supervision of Engineers and Lead Inspectors.
• Document and address deficiencies in Contractor work.
• Manage project documentation (RFIs, Submittals, NCRs, Change Orders).
• Maintain project drawings and daily reports with various software.
• Ensure conformance with contract requirements and technical provisions.
• Coordinate material testing and sampling per schedule.
• Complete training on Environmental Compliance (SWPPP) and MOT.
• Compile data to develop monthly client reports.
• Communicate project status with oversight team.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Relationship building

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering

Engineer-in-Training eligibility

Job description

What Lja Has To Offer

LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands‑on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.

What Lja Has To Offer

LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands‑on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.

What Makes Lja Different

• Employee-owned. Client-focused
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
• Internal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry
• We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
• Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
• We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
• We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

POSITION OVERVIEW:

As a Construction Engineer II at LJA in our Transportation department, you will be responsible for supporting the oversight of roadway, bridge, and transportation construction projects by inspecting contractor work, documenting project progress, coordinating material testing, and ensuring compliance with project plans, specifications, and contract requirements. They work closely with engineers, contractors, and clients to identify construction deficiencies, maintain project documentation, monitor quality and safety standards, and communicate project status throughout the construction process.

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:

• Support Construction Engineers and inspection staff on transportation construction projects.
• Perform inspection tasks in the field under the supervision of Engineers and Lead Inspection staff in support of bridge, retaining wall and roadway construction.
• Support CEI team in efforts to identify, document and address deficiencies in the work of the Contractor and Sub-Contractors.
• Assist Construction Engineers with the management of project documentation including RFIs, Submittals, Correspondence, NCRs, and Change Orders.
• Work with various software programs to maintain project drawings, daily work reports and documents.
• Ensure contractor work and documentation is in conformance with contract requirements and technical provisions.
• Coordinate material testing and sampling of construction materials to ensure compliance with Materials Testing and Sampling Schedule.
• Complete training on Environmental Compliance (SWPPP) and Management of Traffic (MOT).
• Compile construction data to develop monthly reports for the Client.
• Coordinate and communicate with oversight team on project issues and progress.
• Perform constructability reviews of contract plans.

  REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering is required
  • Engineer-in-Training or ability to obtain in 12 months

  REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum 1 year of experience preferred
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to build strong relationships

  LEVEL UP WITH LJA

  At LJA, we’re 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we’re building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here.

  • Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
  • Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
  • Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
  • Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
  • Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
  • Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
  • Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
  • Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.

  To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies: LJA, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered LJA's property. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting LJA's Human Resources Talent Department.