Project Engineer

Calista Brice LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

401(K) match

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

Brice Construction & Design LLC seeks an Project Engineer to coordinate construction and administration on design-build projects in the Houston area. You will enter data into Excel, HCSS, and other systems, ensuring plans, specs, schedules, and permits are followed while maintaining safety and quality.

You will travel extensively (70–90%) and work with cost accounting to manage contract finances, with a fast-paced environment and opportunities to grow within Calista Brice’s family of companies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management required or substituted with relevant experience.
• 2–3 years civil project engineering experience required.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and technical documents.
• Proficiency with Excel and construction data systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate construction activities onsite and in administration.
• Enter information into Excel, HCSS, and other construction data systems.
• Ensure adherence to plans, specs, schedules, codes and permits.
• Coordinate schedules and communications with subcontractors and project staff.
• Travel to project locations up to 70%–90% of the time.

Skills

Reading plans

Reporting

Math skills

Communication

Time management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Two – three years’ civil project engineering experience

Tools

Excel

HCSS

Scheduling software

Job description

Why choose us?

As a proud subsidiary of Calista Brice, we're part of a family of 20+ companies tackling tough construction, environmental, and technical challenges. Working at a Calista Brice company means joining a team where cultural values and practical innovation come together to create meaningful impact. You'll experience the stability of a large organization while enjoying the tight-knit community and entrepreneurial spirit of a smaller company, with opportunities to grow your career across our diverse family of businesses.

Brice Construction & Design LLC Regular

Why choose us?

As a proud subsidiary of Calista Brice, we're part of a family of 20+ companies tackling tough construction, environmental, and technical challenges. Working at a Calista Brice company means joining a team where cultural values and practical innovation come together to create meaningful impact. You'll experience the stability of a large organization while enjoying the tight-knit community and entrepreneurial spirit of a smaller company, with opportunities to grow your career across our diverse family of businesses.

What does Brice Construction & Design LLC do?

Brice Construction & Design thrives on challenging earthwork, civil construction, and marine projects that require innovative approaches. Our portfolio includes high-profile projects like saltwater mitigation efforts on major waterways and coastal protection systems that safeguard communities, giving you exposure to engineering challenges that push conventional boundaries. You'll develop problem-solving abilities and technical skills working alongside experienced pros who know how to deliver results when standard solutions won't work. Brice Construction & Design is a proud subsidiary of Calista Brice, a group of 20+ companies delivering construction, engineering, and environmental solutions across the United States.

What can you expect?

As the Project Engineer, you will work onsite in Houston, TX and the surrounding areas will be responsible for planning and coordination of activities concerned with construction and administrative management. You are responsible for ensuring project technical and reporting requirements are followed. This includes adherence to plans, specifications, schedules, applicable codes, and permits, as well as compliance with accepted engineering practices and company standards. In this role you will be required to enter information into Excel, HCSS, and/or other construction data systems on design-build projects; implementing fast-track design and construction packages; and administering construction quality and safety in a dynamic environment. This position will require travel due to work-related purposes for extended periods.

How will you do it?

• Interpret plans and contract terms including job cost coding.
• Ensure that field activities adhere to contract plans, specs, and company policies.
• Perform duties as liaison with construction managers and other contacts to facilitate project objectives.
• Coordinate work schedules, communications, and work activities with job subcontractors.
• Complete daily project reporting that includes cost analysis, timekeeping, environmental and permit compliance, daily reports, Quality Assurance/Quality Control, quantities, and safety program documentation.
• Coordinate project activities between office management and field management.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination among all project participants.
• Ensure compliance with current project schedule and project completion documentation.
• Work with Cost Accounting to manage the financial aspects of the contract to protect company interest and maintain good relations with customers.
• Determine supplies and materials needed to complete projects and requisition same.
• Formulate reports including work progress and cost schedules.
• Assist in negotiation and buyout of subcontractors and vendors.
• Represent the company in project meetings as needed.
• Assist Project Manager with day-to-day project operations.
• Travel to project locations up to 70%-90% of the time.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to type 45 words per minute and should have adequate knowledge of database software, spreadsheet software, and word processing software. Microsoft packages are preferred.
• Ability to learn costing and accounting procedures.
• Ability to learn computer-based construction and scheduling programs.
• Ability to professionally and effectively communicate with employees, business partners, and clients via written and verbal communication methods.
• Ability to work independently and work cooperatively with others; ability to work with employees, business partners, and customers in a friendly and positive manner.
• Ability to visualize, articulate, and solve complex problems and concepts, and make decisions based on available information.
• Ability to use judgment and discretion.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and effectively plan and organize duties to meet deadlines.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work with concentration, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze and resolve complex issues, both logical and interpersonal.
• Ability to participate in and facilitate group meetings.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely and efficiently.
• Ability to travel to remote places for work-related purposes (up to 70%-90% of the time).
• Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule.

Who is Brice Construction & Design LLC looking for?

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management required, however, comparable experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis in lieu of a degree.
• Two – three years’ experience in civil project engineering required.
• Valid state driver’s license and must be qualified to operate a vehicle under the Company’s Driving Policy.
• Ability to pass a drug, driving, and background screening.

Working Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Brice Construction & Design has a fast-paced multi-tasking office environment requiring a high degree of efficient and effective performance. At times, work is performed outside of the office at indoor and outdoor job sites. Adaptability regarding schedule and design changes and occasional overtime for immediate field support or bid processing may be necessary.

More reasons you will love working with Brice Construction & Design LLC:

• Competitive wages and bonus programs – We believe in developing our employees to progressively advance in their careers. We achieve this by providing you with annual performance reviews with recommendations on training to achieve your goals.
• Mentorship Program designed for employees to formalize a working relationship between seasoned professionals and young professionals to develop specific areas of knowledge to grow their careers within the family of companies.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Safety Gear Allowance: $350.00 in reimbursement annually
• Health insurance through the Federal Employee Benefit Program (FEHB) with many plans to choose from with ridiculously low employee premiums.
• FSA health care and/or dependent care/HSA with HDHP.
• Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
• Company paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and LTD.
• Voluntary paid Life Insurance and AD&D as well as STD, Accident, Cancer/Critical illness, and Whole Life Insurance.
• Paid time off is based on an employee working 2080 regular hours per year [40 hours per week]. May increase per years of service with the Company in eligible status.
• 0-2 years 15 days
• 3-5 years 23 days
• 6-9 years 27 days
• 10-14 years 30 days
• 15-19 years 33 days
• 20 or more years 37.5 days
• 10 Regular Holidays, 1 Bonus – Work Anniversary “Floating” Holiday. Eligible after 1 year of service, must be taken within the calendar year.
• 401(K) match at $0.50 on the dollar up to 6% of your contribution.
• Benefits may vary based on status of position and subject to associated plan eligibility provisions, or company handbook. For questions, please email the Human Resources Department at [e-mail]

As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

Join us and let’s get started!

PREFERENCE STATEMENT

Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT

Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non‑discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.