Construction Project Engineer

Stonebrooke Engineering; Burnsville (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Stonebrooke Engineering is seeking a Construction Project Engineer (PE) to lead and deliver municipal and public infrastructure projects across Minnesota. The role combines construction management, contract administration, and team leadership to ensure safety, quality, and on-time completion.

You will work on-site on active construction sites, review plans and specs, mentor staff, and coordinate field inspections while navigating regulatory requirements and OSHA safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Minnesota.
• Demonstrated experience in construction management, construction engineering, or contract administration on transportation or public infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of project scheduling, budgeting, quality control, construction documentation, and contract administration.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction projects from pre-construction through closeout for municipal, county, state, federal, and private clients.
• Lead all aspects of construction project management, including contract administration, budget oversight, scheduling, documentation, and quality assurance.
• Administer construction contracts by reviewing plans, specifications, special provisions, and engineering documents to ensure project compliance.
• Oversee field inspection staff, provide technical guidance, and mentor team members to support professional growth and project success.
• Conduct field visits to verify compliance with project plans, specifications, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Review and approve daily inspection reports, quantity calculations, project documentation, and construction records.
• Prepare and manage pay estimates, pay vouchers, change orders, contract modifications, and project documentation.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal contract administration procedures.

Skills

Project scheduling

Budgeting

Quality control

Contract administration

Construction documentation

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license - Minnesota

Valid driver's license

Job description

As our Construction Project Engineer (PE), you will contribute to the successful delivery of infrastructure projects throughout Minnesota. This role combines construction management, contract administration, and team leadership to ensure projects are completed safely and efficiently.

Whether serving as a collaborative leader, expanding Stonebrooke's Construction Services presence, or applying your knowledge of design standards, you'll play an important role in delivering high-quality projects.

• Manage construction projects from pre-construction through closeout for municipal, county, state, federal, and private clients.
• Lead all aspects of construction project management, including contract administration, budget oversight, scheduling, documentation, and quality assurance.
• Administer construction contracts by reviewing plans, specifications, special provisions, and engineering documents to ensure project compliance.
• Oversee field inspection staff, provide technical guidance, and mentor team members to support professional growth and project success.
• Conduct field visits to verify compliance with project plans, specifications, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Review and approve daily inspection reports, quantity calculations, project documentation, and construction records.
• Prepare and manage pay estimates, pay vouchers, change orders, contract modifications, and project documentation.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal contract administration procedures.
• This role requires significant time on active construction sites, including navigating uneven terrain, working safely around construction equipment, and adhering to applicable OSHA regulations and job site safety requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related engineering discipline from an accredited institution.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Minnesota.
• Demonstrated experience in construction management, construction engineering, or contract administration on transportation or public infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of project scheduling, budgeting, quality control, construction documentation, and contract administration.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Why Join Stonebrooke Engineering

At Stonebrooke Engineering, we believe successful projects begin with exceptional people. We invest in our team members, foster a collaborative culture, and provide opportunities to lead meaningful infrastructure projects that strengthen communities.

Working along with an experienced and supportive team, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career while making a lasting impact for our clients and the communities we support.

This hourly position offers a pay range of $40 to $60 per hour, with overtime compensated at time and a half.

We’re built on genuine connections and a shared commitment to supporting one another.

That commitment shows up in the little things, from a freezer stocked with ice cream treats to traditions like Take Your Kids to Work Day and our weekly summer office grill-outs. It’s also reflected in opportunities to connect and learn from one another through programs like our Young Professionals Group.

We believe a great workplace is about more than the work we do. It’s about the people we work alongside and the relationships that make Stonebrooke a great place to build a career.

Our benefits reflect that same commitment to supporting our team members, both professionally and personally. We invite you to connect with us to learn more about how we go beyond the basics to make life a little easier.

Our Benefits

Vacation

We work hard. We play hard. We take our vacations seriously. Every situation and employee is different, but we put an emphasis on taking needed breaks.

Compensation

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. We want to work with the best. Our compensation and benefits packages reflect it.

Flexible

Some days it can feel like it, but work isn’t everything. We believe in a work-life balance. This means we’re open to discussing a flexible work plan for you.

Accessible

We’re located right off I-35W and Highway 13 in Burnsville, which means a short driving time from most Twin Cities suburbs.