Project Engineer - Bozeman, MT

CTL|Thompson; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Dental

Vision

Flexible spending account

401(k) and Profit-Sharing Plan

Job summary

CTL|Thompson, Inc. in Bozeman, MT is seeking a Project Engineer to manage complex design projects for commercial, residential, and municipal structures.

The role emphasizes planning, analyzing, and designing geotechnical components, with strong involvement in construction observation and materials testing services. You will perform field inspections, coordinate field projects, review reports, and conduct engineering analyses using relevant software.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil or related engineering field; MS preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in civil/geotechnical engineering.
• Current PE license or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
• Licensure in other states as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct engineering service and project management with full use of in-house PM tools.
• Support and manage construction observation and materials testing (COMT) services.
• Train and mentor staff engineers and technicians on COMT work.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Geotechnical knowledge

Education

B.S. in Civil or related engineering field

M.S. preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Position Overview

CTL|Thompson, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer for full‑time employment with our Bozeman, MT office. The Project Engineer will work on managing and completing complex design projects primarily involved with commercial, residential, and municipal structures. They will be responsible for planning, analyzing, and designing geotechnical components of a project, as well as providing support for construction observation and materials testing services. This may include performing field inspections, coordinating and managing field projects, reviewing daily inspection reports, evaluating field and laboratory test results, and communicating observations and recommendations to clients, contractors, and project teams. They will use relevant software to perform engineering analysis and develop plans and reports. Project Engineers are required to have a PE license or the ability to obtain it within 6 months of employment and will review project recommendations and designs.

Compensation and Benefits

Project Engineers are paid an annual salary between $80,000.00 and $100,000.00 plus discretionary bonuses. Our full‑time employees enjoy paid vacation and paid sick time as well as a generous benefits package which includes medical, life and long‑term disability insurances. Voluntary benefits options include dental, vision, critical illness, accident, supplemental life, short‑term disability, a flexible spending account and a health savings account. Retirement benefits include a 401(k) and Profit‑Sharing Plan.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Train and supervise staff engineers and field engineering technicians.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Provide direct engineering service and project management with full understanding of, and consistent use of, in‑house project management tools and the ability to successfully delegate project responsibilities to other staff.
• Support and manage construction observation and materials testing (COMT) services, including coordination of field staff, project schedules, testing needs, and communication with clients, contractors, and project teams.
• Train, mentor, and provide technical guidance to staff engineers and field engineering technicians performing COMT‑related work.
• Perform field inspections and construction observations to evaluate conformance with project plans, specifications, geotechnical recommendations, and applicable standards.
• Review daily field reports, inspection documentation, and materials testing results for completeness, accuracy, and consistency with project requirements.
• Perform engineering analysis on residential, commercial, and municipal projects to provide project recommendations to clients.
• Use relevant software to aid with project analysis.
• Collaborate with other engineers and architects to develop coordinated designs.
• Conduct studies involving geotechnical investigations for foundations, slope stability, pavement design and earth retention.
• Perform testing and sampling on various geotechnical materials.
• Prepare project documentation including plans, reports and letter for clients.
• Log borings for geotechnical studies.
• Perform and review field and lab tests for use in engineering analysis and reports.
• Plan field and subsurface investigations.
• Create, prepare and update project proposals and technical reports.
• Review and stamp recommendations, calculations, reports, letters, and plans created by staff engineers for delivery to clients.
• Create and maintain client relationships.
• Attend project meetings.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills and ability to learn new software in a timely manner.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent knowledge of current code requirements as appropriate for position.
• Experience with AutoCAD.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Understanding of construction means and methods.
• Strong mathematical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate and work well with a team.
• Increasing maturity and soundness of judgement in decision making and solving project‑related problems and managing complex projects.

Education And Experience

• B.S. in Civil or related engineering field, M.S. preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience within specified field.
• Current Professional Engineer License in the state of employment or ability to obtain a license in 6 months of employment.
• Licensure in other states as required.

Work Environment

This job operates in both an outside field environment, laboratory and in an office setting with regular and reliable attendance. Regular work on computers while in the office. While working in the field, will be exposed to extreme weather conditions, including rain, snow, cold and heat. Routinely uses PPE and other safety equipment. Work will primarily be project focused but client interactions will be required.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Ability to walk around construction sites with uneven and varying terrain.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.

Any Offer Of Employment Will Be Contingent Upon

• Verification of your right to work in the United States, as demonstrated by your completion of the I‑9 form upon hire and your submission of acceptable documentation (as noted on the I‑9 form) verifying your identity and work authorization within three days of starting employment.
• Satisfactory completion of a drug test from a laboratory certified by Montana and chosen (and paid for) by CTL|Thompson, Inc. The laboratory will collect and test the drug test samples, for which the required notice will be included with any employment offer and for which the required consent forms will be provided by the laboratory.
• A valid driver's license and acceptable driving record in accordance with the company automobile insurance policy guidelines.

CTL|Thompson, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer/veterans/disabled.