Project Engineer

Metric Geo; Maryland; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Paid PTO

Paid parental leave

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Training

Career planning

Job summary

Metric Geo has partnered with one of the leading contractors in the DMV, building complex infrastructure across the Mid-Atlantic; major bridges, tunnels, highways, and P3 programs that demand technical depth and strong field leadership.

The Project Engineer is a key team member managing and executing large-scale heavy-highway and heavy-civil construction projects, spanning oversight, stakeholder communication, risk management, and reporting using specialized software tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field.
• 3–5 years in heavy-highway or heavy-civil construction with a proven track record.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, Oracle P6, and AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in field and office settings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and refine project plans using scheduling tools and critical path analysis.
• Ensure milestones are met and adapt plans as needed.
• Lead collaboration with project teams, stakeholders, and clients.
• Produce regular updates and reporting for stakeholders.
• Support budgeting and cost management using Excel and ERP systems.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and develop contingency plans.

Skills

Project leadership

Scheduling

Communication

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field

Tools

Oracle P6

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Viewpoint Vista ERP

Power BI

SharePoint

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Metric Geo has partnered with one of the leading contractors in the DMV, building complex infrastructure across the Mid-Atlantic; major bridges, tunnels, highways, and P3 programs that demand technical depth and strong field leadership. Safety, quality, and schedule aren't checkboxes here; they're the standard we hold ourselves to every day. Whether you're early in your career and looking for project exposure that accelerates growth, or a seasoned professional ready to lead at the highest level, you'll find both here.

Job Summary

The Project Engineer is a key team member managing and executing large-scale heavy-highway and heavy-civil construction projects, spanning oversight, stakeholder communication, risk management, and reporting using specialized software tools.

• Oversee and refine project plans using Oracle P6 for scheduling and critical path analysis.
• Ensure project milestones and objectives are met, adapting plans as needed.
• Lead collaborative efforts with project teams, stakeholders, and clients.
• Use Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, SharePoint, OneDrive) for communication and reporting.
• Ensure accuracy of project documentation and reporting.
• Use Microsoft Power BI for advanced reporting and data analysis.
• Manage and strengthen relationships with stakeholders, including clients, agencies, and subcontractors.
• Provide regular, transparent project updates and address concerns promptly.
• Lead budgeting and cost management using Excel and Viewpoint Vista ERP.
• Identify and implement cost-saving strategies without compromising quality.
• Ensure all project aspects comply with quality standards and regulations.
• Use Autodesk AutoCAD or Bentley MicroStation to verify design specifications.
• Identify, analyze, and mitigate project risks through problem-solving.
• Develop contingency plans to keep projects on track through unforeseen events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in heavy-highway or heavy-civil construction, with a proven track record in a similar role.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Power BI), Oracle P6, and AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and decision-making abilities.
• Able to work effectively under pressure in both field and office settings.

What's On Offer?

• Competitive compensation
• medical/dental/vision coverage
• paid PTO
• paid parental leave
• 401(k) with company match
• life insurance
• disability insurance
• training
• career planning