Hybrid CEI Project Engineer | Infrastructure Quality Lead

CHA Consulting, Inc.; Arcadia (FL); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Flexible work week

Local travel opportunities

Job summary

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a CEI Project Administrator/Project Engineer in Florida to guide infrastructure projects from planning through execution.

The role blends office oversight with field presence on active job sites, ensuring quality, documentation, and contract compliance. Ideal candidates have a civil/structural engineering background, strong communication skills, and familiarity with FDOT guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field required or 8+ years engineering experience in transportation projects.
• Experience as Project Administrator/Assistant Project Administrator or Contract Support Specialist in transportation projects.
• Valid driver’s license required; ability to navigate active construction sites.
• Proficient in interpreting contracts and enforcing standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of plans, documents, and submittals per FDOT guidelines.
• Coordinate between owners, contractors, and inspection staff to keep alignment.
• Review daily inspection reports and quantity computations for accuracy and compliance.
• Review and distribute contractor submittals to meet contract requirements.
• Track contract progress, maintain logs, prepare monthly progress estimates, and finalize estimate package.
• Assign tasks to inspectors and support all phases of project execution.
• Ensure activities align with FDOT policies and CPAM.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

High school diploma with 8 years engineering experience

Tools

CTQP credentials (Final Estimates Level II)

Job description

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a CEI Project Administrator/Project Engineer in Florida to guide infrastructure projects from planning through execution.

The role blends office oversight with field presence on active job sites, ensuring quality, documentation, and contract compliance. Ideal candidates have a civil/structural engineering background, strong communication skills, and familiarity with FDOT guidelines.