Construction Project Engineer: Field Lead

Hensel Phelps; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Long-term disability

401(k)

HSA

Vision & dental insurance

Paid time off

Annual bonus plan

Company cell phone or allowance

Vehicle or vehicle allowance

COLA

Job summary

Hensel Phelps is hiring a Project Engineer to manage on-site project administration and supervise office engineers and site staff. You will oversee project financials, scheduling, and coordination with owners, suppliers, and trade partners.

The role requires a 4-year degree in civil/structural engineering, architecture, or construction management, plus 2–4 years’ experience on large commercial projects and a valid driver’s license. Excellent software skills are expected.

Qualifications

• A 4-year degree in civil or structural engineering, architecture, or construction management.
• Minimum of 2-4 years’ experience on large commercial construction projects; valid Driver’s License.
• Computer software: Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel-based templates, Prolog, Primavera and AutoDesk Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assist the project manager and superintendents: prepare monthly owner pay applications.
• Resolve interface conflicts between the company and trade partners.
• Interpret drawings, specifications, RFIs and questions for/from architect/engineer.
• Develop and manage the project cost control and labor recap.
• Process and estimate potential change orders and RFIs.
• Assist in development and management of the project schedule.
• Track and report project progress.
• Lead weekly owner/architect/contractor meetings and document minutes.
• Support in monthly margin analysis and project records.

Education

4-year degree in civil or structural engineering, architecture, or construction management

Tools

Excel templates

Prolog

Primavera

AutoDesk Suite

Job description

Hensel Phelps is hiring a Project Engineer to manage on-site project administration and supervise office engineers and site staff. You will oversee project financials, scheduling, and coordination with owners, suppliers, and trade partners.

The role requires a 4-year degree in civil/structural engineering, architecture, or construction management, plus 2–4 years’ experience on large commercial projects and a valid driver’s license. Excellent software skills are expected.