Project Engineer

MDS Staffing; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

MDS Staffing is seeking a Project Engineer for a heavy-civil/FDOT roadway project in Naples, FL. This hands-on role offers mentorship, growth toward Senior PE, and a solid backlog of FDOT work.

The successful candidate will manage RFIs, submittals, and field coordination while supporting scheduling, cost control, and look-ahead planning. Direct-hire with full benefits is provided.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of project or field engineering in heavy-civil / heavy-highway construction is required.
• FDOT roadway experience or comparable DOT roadway experience is preferred.
• Ability to read civil construction plans and specifications; RFIs, submittals, and field coordination will be used daily.

Responsibilities

• Manage RFIs and submittals and coordinate information between designers, the owner, and subcontractors.
• Support the Superintendent in the field on material tracking, subcontractor scheduling, and daily sequencing.
• Help track quantities, pay estimates, and project costs; review plans and specs to catch conflicts early.
• Maintain documentation, daily reports, and records aligned to FDOT standards.

Education

Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree

Tools

Primavera P6

Bluebeam

Microsoft Project

Job description

NOW HIRING

Project Engineer — Heavy Civil / FDOT

Naples, FL

Job Title:Project Engineer – Heavy Civil / FDOT

Location:Naples, FL

Employment Type:Direct Hire · Full-Time

Compensation:$95,000 – $120,000 + Bonus

Category:Construction – Heavy Civil / Highway / FDOT

THE OPPORTUNITY

Ready to grow your construction career with one of Florida's top builders? A leading heavy-civil contractor is hiring a Project Engineer for an active FDOT roadway project in the Naples area. This is a hands‑on role with real mentorship, a strong backlog behind it, and clear room to move up — a great next step for an engineer who wants to build a career, not just fill a seat.

WHY YOU'LL WANT THIS ROLE

• Strong pay plus upside — $95,000 to $120,000 base plus bonus.
• A genuine growth path. Learn the business from senior project staff who invest in developing engineers, with a clear track toward Senior PE and beyond.
• Meaningful FDOT roadway work in one of Florida's most desirable markets.
• The stability of an established, well‑funded contractor with a deep project pipeline.
• Direct-hire with full benefits — medical, retirement, PTO, and the backing of a top Florida builder.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Manage RFIs and submittals — keep information moving between designers, the owner, and subcontractors.
• Support the Superintendent in the field on material tracking, subcontractor scheduling, and daily sequencing.
• Help track quantities, pay estimates, and project costs.
• Review plans and specs to catch conflicts and constructability issues early.
• Keep documentation, daily reports, and records aligned to FDOT standards.
• Support scheduling, look-ahead planning, and change-order documentation.

WHAT YOU BRING

• 2+ years of project or field engineering in heavy-civil / heavy-highway construction.
• A heavy-civil / FDOT roadway background (or comparable DOT roadway experience).
• Working knowledge of RFIs, submittals, and field coordination.
• A degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field — or equivalent field experience.
• The ability to read civil construction plans and specifications.

NICE TO HAVE

• Direct FDOT project experience.
• Familiarity with Primavera P6, Bluebeam, or Microsoft Project.
• EIT certification or measurable progress toward a PE license.