Project Engineer

Ragle Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ragle Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer to join our civil construction team in the Houston area. The majority of work is outdoors at project sites, overseeing crews and managing multiple phases of complex infrastructure projects.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and timely delivery, with opportunities for relocation assistance and per diem depending on project location and duration. 2+ years in civil engineering or construction management preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management from an accredited program.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee subcontractor agreements, ensuring compliance with project specifications, timelines, and budgets.
• Assist in the preparation and processing of change orders while maintaining clear communication between all parties involved.
• Monitor and analyze project costs, providing reports and insights to ensure financial objectives are met.
• Develop and maintain detailed work plans, schedules, and resource allocation plans to optimize project efficiency and effectiveness.
• Conduct regular meetings with trades and stakeholders to review progress, address issues, and ensure alignment with project goals.
• Ensure all work adheres to quality standards and safety policies while conducting regular inspections and audits.
• Provide leadership and support to construction crews and subcontractors to ensure successful execution of design plans.
• Oversee construction activities on-site, making real-time decisions to address challenges and keep projects on schedule.

Skills

2 years of civil engineering / CM exp

Bilingual Spanish & English

Leadership & communication

Goal-oriented

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Scheduling software

Job description

Location: Houston Division, Texas
Pay: $75,000 – $95,000 per year (depending on experience)
Job Type:Full-time

Company Overview

Ragle Inc. is a dynamic and rapidly growing civil engineering contractor specializing in the construction and maintenance of roadways, bridges, and highways. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality infrastructure projects that stand the test of time, ensuring safety and efficiency for all who use them.

With projects across Texas, Indiana, Kentucky, and Illinois, our team is committed to delivering results through strong leadership, safety, and quality construction. At Ragle, we offer tremendous opportunities for career advancement, professional growth, and the chance to make a tangible impact on the communities we serve.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and hardworkingProject Engineerto join our team. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy hands‑on work, and are passionate about civil engineering. The majority of your work will be outdoors at project sites, overseeing construction crews and managing various phases of complex infrastructure projects.

You will play a critical role in ensuring the successful delivery of our projects while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.

Ragle operates projects across multiple regions.Candidates who are open to temporary project assignments outside of the Houston and surrounding areas may be eligible for relocation assistance and/or per diem support depending on the project location and duration.

Primary Responsibilities Contract Administration

• Manage and oversee subcontractor agreements, ensuring compliance with project specifications, timelines, and budgets.
• Change Order Management Assist in the preparation and processing of change orders while maintaining clear communication between all parties involved.
• Job Cost Reporting & Analysis Monitor and analyze project costs, providing reports and insights to ensure financial objectives are met.
• Work Planning & Scheduling Develop and maintain detailed work plans, schedules, and resource allocation plans to optimize project efficiency and effectiveness.
• Project Meetings Conduct regular meetings with trades and stakeholders to review progress, address issues, and ensure alignment with project goals.
• Quality & Safety Oversight Ensure all work adheres to quality standards and safety policies while conducting regular inspections and audits.
• Crew & Subcontractor Management Provide leadership and support to construction crews and subcontractors to ensure successful execution of design plans.
• On-Site Supervision Oversee construction activities on‑site, making real‑time decisions to address challenges and keep projects on schedule.

While this role is based in theHouston and surrounding areas, some projects may requiretemporary travel assignments of up to 6 months or longerdepending on project needs.

Employees who are open to these opportunities may be eligible for:

• Relocation assistance
• Additional project‑based compensation considerations

Travel opportunities are discussed in advance and coordinated based on employee availability and project requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Education
  Bachelor’s degree inCivil Engineering or Construction Managementfrom an accredited program.
• Experience
  Minimum of2 years of experiencein civil engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• Language Skills
  Bilingual inSpanish and Englishis preferred but not required.
• Leadership & Communication
  Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with crews, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
• Goal-Oriented
  Ability to set, pursue, and achieve project goals while maintaining high performance standards.
• Organizational Skills
  Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Technical Proficiency
  Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and scheduling software. Experience with roadway construction, traffic control, or heavy civil construction technologies is a plus.
• Work Environment
  Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and active construction environments.

Note:Ragle Inc. is not sponsoring visas at this time.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ragle Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Ragle Inc. participates inE-Verify.

Ragle Inc. conductsProfessional Reference Checks.