Project Engineer - Heavy Civil Construction

S&B USA; Glen Burnie (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Project Engineer to assist in managing various aspects of construction projects. This role includes responsibilities such as planning, cost reporting, and ensuring safety compliance. Ideal candidates will have a degree in engineering and relevant field experience.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of field construction experience.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting plans.

Responsibilities

• Assist with pre-construction activities such as planning and design.
• Verify work-in-place quantities for invoicing.
• Support project close-out activities.

Skills

Communication

Cost Analysis

Mentoring

Education

Four-year engineering degree

Job description

Project Engineer - Heavy Civil Construction

Fay is part of S&B USA Construction, a family of diversified heavy-civil and industrial construction companies recognized for safe and innovative infrastructure solutions.

Our team of experienced professionals demonstrates an unparalleled commitment to safety, quality, and service on all projects. We excel in projects with tight schedules and challenging conditions. Our innovative solutions and customer-focused approach provide unmatched value and quality to our clients.

Basic Position Summary: Assist the Superintendent and Project Manager in managing all aspects of a construction project, including financial administration, cost reporting, and field activities. This position is primarily field-based.

Responsibilities/Functions

• Assist with pre-construction activities such as planning, design, and interpretation of drawings.
• Understand specifications, drawings, standards, and scope of work for subcontractors and suppliers.
• Communicate and reinforce all company safety policies and procedures.
• Interpret specifications, designs, and drawings; prepare quantity takeoffs.
• Support the preparation of drawings, sketches, change orders, and estimates.
• Verify work-in-place quantities for invoicing and pay quantities.
• Maintain submittal logs and review submittals and shop drawings promptly.
• Ensure accurate completion of craft time cards and verify related cost codes.
• Maintain as-built drawings and post RFIs, bulletins, and ASIs as needed.
• Keep RFI logs updated.
• Participate in constructability reviews and value engineering.
• Develop and administer project engineering procedures and track documentation.
• Take weekly photographs of the jobsite.
• Coordinate with the Safety Department to maintain safety records.
• Assist in quality control activities.
• Help prepare project status reports and participate in meetings; document minutes.
• Support project close-out activities.
• Assist with estimates as needed.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Four-year engineering degree or equivalent technical training and experience.
• 2-4 years of field construction experience.
• E.I.T. preferred but not required.
• Ability to mentor less experienced personnel.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting plans.
• Strong understanding of cost analysis and estimating.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Physical Demands

Regularly required to carry tools and equipment, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and see and hear well. Must stand, walk, and work on uneven ground, often wearing steel-toed boots and PPE. Frequently lift/move up to 50 pounds and work in outside or confined spaces. Tasks are repetitive and performed according to set procedures.

Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, 401K, Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Holidays.

Core Values

• Work Safely: Safety is our Culture
• Deliver Return: Earning a fair profit increases our long-term value
• Value People: Take care of employees and they will take care of clients
• Act with Integrity: Honesty builds trust
• Provide Solutions: Better solutions yield greater satisfaction

S&B USA Construction and affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, gender, genetics, creed, veterans’ status, or sexual orientation. For accommodations during the interview process, contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or 412-471-4200 ext. 1032.