Project Engineer - Heavy Civil

Metric Geo; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Metric Geo is seeking a Project Engineer for heavy civil construction in St. Louis, MO. You will work closely with the Project Manager and field team, gaining hands-on experience across major civil projects while owning key responsibilities.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in heavy civil construction, with strong plans and documentation skills, and a degree in construction management or civil engineering. This role offers growth toward project management and a competitive, experience-based

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in heavy civil construction.
• Experience with earthwork, grading, underground utilities, paving, site development or municipal/DOT projects.
• Strong understanding of construction plans, specs, and documentation.
• Effective communication with project teams, subcontractors, and clients.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager with day-to-day management of heavy civil projects.
• Assist with project schedules, budgets, cost tracking, and documentation.
• Review plans, specs, drawings, and contract documents.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, engineers, owners, and field personnel.
• Track project progress and help maintain schedules.
• Support quantity take-offs, material procurement, and forecasting.
• Attend meetings and maintain strong stakeholder communication.
• Assist with project closeout and final documentation.
• Work with field teams to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant project delivery.

Skills

Heavy civil construction

Earthwork

Grading

Underground utilities

Site development

Municipal/DOT projects

Communication

Education

Construction Management

Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Construction CM software

Job description

Project Engineer – Heavy Civil Construction - St. Louis, MO

Metric Geo is partnering with a well-established heavy civil contractor in the St. Louis market to identify an experienced Project Engineer to join their growing team.

This is an opportunity for a Project Engineer to work closely with the Project Manager and field operations team, gaining hands‑on experience across major civil construction projects while taking ownership of key project responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager with the day‑to‑day management of heavy civil projects


• Assist with project schedules, budgets, cost tracking, and documentation


• Review plans, specifications, drawings, and contract documents


• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and other project documentation


• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, engineers, owners, and field personnel


• Track project progress and assist with maintaining project schedules


• Support quantity take‑offs, material procurement, and project forecasting


• Attend project meetings and maintain strong communication with project stakeholders


• Assist with project closeout and final documentation


• Work closely with field teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and according to specifications

Ideal Background

• 2+ years of experience in heavy civil construction


• Experience with earthwork, grading, underground utilities, paving, site development, or municipal/DOT projects


• Strong understanding of construction plans, specifications, and project documentation


• Ability to communicate effectively with project teams, subcontractors, and clients


• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills


• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field is preferred


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with construction management software is a plus

Why Consider It?

• Join an established and growing heavy civil contractor in the St. Louis market


• Gain exposure to complex civil construction projects


• Work directly alongside experienced Project Managers and field leadership


• Clear opportunity for career progression into Project Management


• Competitive compensation package based on experience