Project Engineer

Windrose Staffing LLC; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Windrose Staffing LLC in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Project Engineer to manage schedules, budgets, and DOT specs on large utility sites. The role emphasizes cost control, safety, and effective communication with owners and subcontractors.

The candidate should have 1–3 years in heavy civil construction, a civil engineering or construction management background, and proficiency with MS Office; Primavera P6, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Viewpoint are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering or Construction Management required or preferred
• 1–3 years of project experience in heavy civil construction
• Proficient with MS Office; exposure to Primavera P6, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Viewpoint
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to prioritize and self-manage

Responsibilities

• Draft subcontractor agreements and attend site/owner meetings
• Oversee subcontractors, quality control and safety requirements
• Prepare and track RFIs, Monthly Pay Requests and Purchase Orders
• Document control: internal reports, tracking reports for equipment, time, materials, cost coding
• Manage project costs by reviewing expenditures and subcontractor contracts
• Prepare project status reports by analyzing information and trends; recommend actions
• Contribute to team efforts by delivering related results as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Prioritization

Self-management

Education

Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Viewpoint

Job description

Excellent Opportunity for a Project Engineer with an established and growing heavy civil construction company in the Raleigh, NC Area.

Are you a results-driven, self-motivated, skilled Project Engineer who understands schedules, budgets, DOT specifications, large utility sites, excavation and is looking to continue to grow in your career? This confidential company has a Safety Priority Culture and offers competitive salaries and benefits packages.

Project engineers help manage the planning and processes of projects to ensure they are completed efficiently, on time, and within budget. Duties and responsibilities vary.

Overview of Responsibilities/Duties

• Draft subcontractor agreements for review and attend site and owner meetings
• Oversee subcontractors and quality control and safety requirements
• Prepare and track RFI’s, Monthly Pay Requests and Purchase Orders
• Document Control: internal reports, tracking reports for equipment, time and materials, cost coding
• Controls project costs by submitting expenditures and administering subcontractor contracts for review and approval
• Prepares project status reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends; recommending actions
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:

• Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or other related discipline/ Preferred
• 1-3 years of project experience working in the heavy civil construction industry /Required
• Proficient with MS Office Suite of tools, exposure to scheduling software such as Primavera (P6) AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Viewpoint
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with internal and external resources
• Ability to effectively prioritize duties based upon project schedules and project needs
• Ability to self-manage with little or no supervision

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform the essential job functions consistently, safely, and successfully with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone.

Windrose Staffing provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.