Project Engineer (Civil/DOT)

kciconstruction; Creve Coeur (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Employee-Owned (ESOP) – Share in"

Competitive pay, bonuses, and industry

Unlimited PTO that supports real work‑

Job summary

KCI Construction seeks a Project Engineer to join our heavy civil and DOT project teams in the Creve Coeur area. You’ll partner with Project Managers and Superintendents to support field execution, ensuring safety, schedule, and budget adherence.

You’ll gain exposure to field operations, project controls, and team collaboration, with opportunities to read drawings, manage submittals and RFIs, and help produce closeout documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 1–3 years construction experience preferred (internships count).
• Exposure to highway/roadway or heavy civil projects is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with P6 and/or Vista is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and track submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs to keep projects moving forward.
• Maintain project logs (submittals, RFIs) and ensure timely follow-up and resolution.
• Track production for self-performed work and support the team in meeting productivity goals.
• Measure and verify in-place quantities for unit price work.
• Assist with project reporting, meeting coordination, and documentation.
• Support schedule updates and participate in weekly progress meetings.
• Maintain accurate as-built drawings and assist with project closeout documentation, including O&M manuals.
• Collaborate with estimating and project teams as needed.
• Take on additional responsibilities that support successful project delivery.

Skills

org., time management, and attention

communication skills

collaborative mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

P6

Vista

Job description

The Opportunity

At KCI Construction, our Project Engineers play a critical role in bringing projects to life. You’ll partner with Project Managers and Superintendents to support the day-to-day execution of heavy civil and DOT projects—helping ensure work is delivered safely, on schedule, and on budget. This is a hands-on role with real exposure to field operations, project controls, and team collaboration.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate and track submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs to keep projects moving forward
• Maintain project logs (submittals, RFIs) and ensure timely follow-up and resolution
• Track production for self-performed work and support the team in meeting productivity goals
• Measure and verify in-place quantities for unit price work
• Assist with project reporting, meeting coordination, and documentation
• Support schedule updates and participate in weekly progress meetings
• Maintain accurate as-built drawings and assist with project closeout documentation, including O&M manuals
• Collaborate with estimating and project teams as needed
• Take on additional responsibilities that support successful project delivery

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• 1–3 years of construction experience preferred (internships count)
• Exposure to highway/roadway or heavy civil projects is a plus
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail
• Effective communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with P6 and/or Vista is a plus

What Sets You Apart (KCI GRiT)

• Growth: Eager to learn, develop, and take on new challenges
• Resilience: Adapts quickly and follows through in a fast-paced environment
• Integrity: Does the right thing—always
• Teamwork: Builds strong relationships and supports the success of the team

Why KCI?

• 100% Employee-Owned (ESOP) – Share in our success
• Competitive pay, bonuses, and industry-leading benefits (including 100% paid health coverage)
• Unlimited PTO that supports real work-life balance
• Opportunity to work on meaningful infrastructure projects that impact communities

KCI is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affi national Action Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law