Lead Structural Project Engineer: Bridges & Construction

Dragados; Kennewick (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

JF White, a Dragados company, seeks a Project Engineer to drive startup, design-build execution, and closeout for a major bridge project. You will coordinate with PMs, clients, and field teams to ensure schedules, submittals, RFIs, and cost reporting are delivered accurately and on time.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree and 4–7 years of hands-on construction experience, with strong communication skills and proficiency in CAD, BIM, HeavyBid, and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering.
• 4–7 years working in construction environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience with CAD, BIM; HeavyBid preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead project startup activities with PM/Super, clients, and CM.
• Review bids and construct cost and schedule assumptions.
• Develop and manage submittals, RFIs, and written correspondence.
• Track costs, create weekly/monthly reports, and forecast.
• Coordinate design-build processes and release design packages.
• Mentor junior staff and manage field team.
• Closeout activities including punch list and final payments.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Excel

Word

Microsoft Outlook

CAD

BIM

HeavyBid

Reading plans and specifications

Cost tracking

Cost control

Submittals

RFI's

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

CAD

BIM

HeavyBid

Job description

JF White, a Dragados company, seeks a Project Engineer to drive startup, design-build execution, and closeout for a major bridge project. You will coordinate with PMs, clients, and field teams to ensure schedules, submittals, RFIs, and cost reporting are delivered accurately and on time.

The role requires a Civil Engineering degree and 4–7 years of hands-on construction experience, with strong communication skills and proficiency in CAD, BIM, HeavyBid, and MS Office.