Field Project Engineer — Underground Wet Utilities

H.T. Prof Executive Search; Long Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

Job summary

H. T. PROF Group is seeking a Project Engineer to support underground wet utilities projects in the Greater Los Angeles area.

This role involves field involvement, coordinating with clients and subcontractors, and ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery for projects up to $10 million. Ideal candidates have 2–4 years of field experience with underground utilities, strong knowledge of water systems, and solid communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–4 years of field experience with underground wet utilities.
• Preference for experience with domestic water systems.
• Strong knowledge of waterworks materials and systems.
• Proficient in scheduling, cost tracking, and project documentation.
• Ability to manage RFIs, change orders, and permitting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Manager with planning, scheduling, and daily activities.
• Coordinate field operations like pipeline installation and trench work.
• Manage RFIs, change orders, and permits; track time and materials.
• Oversee subcontractors, material orders, and progress reporting.
• Review drawings and specifications for accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain safety standards and company procedures.
• Prepare project documentation using professional language.
• Support client relationships and project profitability.

Skills

Field experience

Water systems knowledge

Traffic control

Shoring systems

Trench restoration

Project documentation

Scheduling

Cost tracking

Communication

Valid driver’s license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Construction Management degree preferred

Tools

Primavera SureTrak

P3 / P6

Microsoft Visio

AutoCAD

RapidPlan

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

H. T. PROF Group is seeking a Project Engineer to support underground wet utilities projects in the Greater Los Angeles area.

This role involves field involvement, coordinating with clients and subcontractors, and ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery for projects up to $10 million. Ideal candidates have 2–4 years of field experience with underground utilities, strong knowledge of water systems, and solid communication skills.