Project Engineer - FL

Plateau Excavation, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Career development

Safety culture

Job summary

Plateau Excavation, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer to support project teams with technical coordination and documentation, keeping sitework moving. You will gain hands‑on exposure to field operations, project controls, and the full construction process on Florida projects.

The role offers opportunities for professional development, exposure to complex projects, and a team‑oriented culture focused on safety, quality, and performance.

Qualifications

• Degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field preferred.
• Internship or early-career construction experience preferred; sitework exposure is a plus.
• Ability to read construction drawings and organize accurate project records.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and spreadsheet skills; willingness to work at Florida jobsites.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specifications, and revisions and help communicate changes to field teams.
• Prepare and track RFIs, submittals, drawing logs, and project correspondence.
• Assist with quantity tracking, material takeoffs, purchase orders, and delivery coordination.
• Support cost coding, production reporting, and change documentation.
• Coordinate with survey, BIM/VDC, subcontractors, and suppliers to resolve project questions.
• Assist with quality documentation, record drawings, and closeout requirements.

Skills

Read drawings

Communication

Problem solving

Spreadsheet skills

Education

B.S. Civil Engineering

Tools

Excel

Job description

At Plateau Excavation, we don’t just move dirt — we build the foundation for some of the most important construction projects. As a leader in site development, grading, utilities, and mass excavation, we take on complex projects and work to deliver them safely, on time, and on budget.

We are currently seeking a Project Engineer to join our team. Support project teams with the technical coordination and documentation that keep sitework moving. This role offers hands‑on exposure to field operations, project controls, and the full construction process.

Join a team where your expertise contributes directly to project success and continued growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specifications, and revisions and help communicate changes to field teams.
• Prepare and track RFIs, submittals, drawing logs, and project correspondence.
• Assist with quantity tracking, material takeoffs, purchase orders, and delivery coordination.
• Support cost coding, production reporting, and change documentation.
• Coordinate with survey, BIM/VDC, subcontractors, and suppliers to resolve project questions.
• Assist with quality documentation, record drawings, and closeout requirements.

Qualifications

• Degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience considered.
• Internship or early-career construction experience preferred; sitework exposure is a plus.
• Ability to read construction drawings and organize accurate project records.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and spreadsheet skills; willingness to work at Florida jobsites.

What Plateau Offers

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and long-term career growth.
• Exposure to complex construction projects and experienced project teams.
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• A team-oriented culture focused on safety, quality, and performance.