Project Engineer - Heavy Civil Field Lead

Superior Construction; Crystal River (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Superior Construction is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to support management and execution of a heavy civil/highway project. You will oversee field operations, manage schedules, analyze performance metrics, and collaborate with field and office staff to deliver projects on time and within budget.

The role requires knowledge of project plans, cost tracking, forecasting, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in engineering or construction management or equivalent.
• Entry-level to four years of industry tenure.
• Field-based leadership roles.
• Knowledge of route surveying and scheduling.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all schedule preparations & updates, identify critical work items.
• Maintain and communicate project performance metrics and analytics.
• Provide leadership and support to functional area managers.
• Responsible for quantity tracking/reporting and assist in project costing & forecasting.
• Resolve field problems and conflicts; liaise with subcontractors, suppliers & own workforce.
• Coordinate inspections of material deliveries to ensure PO and shop drawing compliance.
• Notify project team of potential cost impacts due to field problems or conflicts in plans.
• Work with subcontractors and vendors.
• Assist in the preparation of RFIs.
• Assist project close out.
• Foster and maintain favorable relationships with project stakeholders.
• Market and promote the Superior Construction brand.

Skills

Field leadership

Route surveying

Scheduling

Communication skills

Education

Engineering / Construction Management degree

Tools

Viewpoint

Job description

Superior Construction is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to support management and execution of a heavy civil/highway project. You will oversee field operations, manage schedules, analyze performance metrics, and collaborate with field and office staff to deliver projects on time and within budget.

The role requires knowledge of project plans, cost tracking, forecasting, and strong communication skills.