Field-Driven Project Engineer for Civil/Environmental Projects

Sumco Eco Contracting; Wakefield (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) with match

10 Paid Time Off + 10 Paid Holidays

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Group Life Insurance

Profit Sharing

Job summary

SumCo Eco-Contracting is seeking a Project Engineer to support the Team Lead, Project Managers, Superintendents and Foremen. You will assist with estimating, planning, and project administration across New England, with field travels and coordination of materials, equipment, and subcontractors.

The role requires a BS/BA in Environmental or Civil Engineering with 2+ years in construction or environmental restoration, plus strong communication skills and plan-reading ability.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Environmental or Civil Engineering preferred; 2+ years in construction/environmental restoration.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read plans, specifications, and permit requirements.
• Experience with job cost tracking and invoicing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Take direction from the Team Lead or their delegate.
• Read and understand plans, specifications, and permit requirements.
• Coordinate material orders and equipment, and communicate with subcontractors.
• Support field crews, with travel throughout New England.
• Use GPS for surveying and layout.
• Assist with job cost tracking and invoicing.
• Obtain bidding documents and set response timelines.
• Analyze bid documents for scope, schedule and risk.
• Attend pre-bid meetings.
• Perform take-offs and prepare bid sheets.
• Request and manage pricing for materials, subcontractors, equipment and labor.

Skills

Team coordination

Written communication

Verbal communication

Plan reading

Bid analysis

Education

BS/BA in Environmental or Civil Engineering

2+ years field experience in construction/environmental restoration

Tools

GPS surveying

Take-offs

Job description

SumCo Eco-Contracting is seeking a Project Engineer to support the Team Lead, Project Managers, Superintendents and Foremen. You will assist with estimating, planning, and project administration across New England, with field travels and coordination of materials, equipment, and subcontractors.

The role requires a BS/BA in Environmental or Civil Engineering with 2+ years in construction or environmental restoration, plus strong communication skills and plan-reading ability.