Project Engineer - Heavy Civil Highway (FDOT) | Tampa Bay

MDS Staffing; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Project bonus potential

Career development opportunities

Job summary

MDS Staffing is seeking a Project Engineer for our heavy civil contractor partner in the Tampa Bay area. The role targets candidates with 5–8 years in civil construction who can manage multiple activities and own engineering and project controls on FDOT-type work.

The ideal candidate will hold a B.S. in Civil Engineering with a Construction Engineering and Management emphasis and be proficient in Primavera P6, Excel, and Word. Tampa locals or relocations are welcome as the team grows in Florida.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• 5–8 years of experience in civil construction.
• Experience managing multiple activities on heavy civil work.
• FDOT project experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review contract and specifications in their entirety and align with project goals.
• Support the Project Manager and Project Superintendent on day-to-day needs.
• Prepare and update project schedules in Primavera P6.
• Track quantities, costs and forecasting to support budgeting.
• Obtain pricing from subcontractors and vendors, including change orders.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and crews to resolve field conflicts.
• Support monthly billing, cash flow projections, and change order processing.
• Manage document control for submittals, contracts, and record drawings.
• Review daily HeavyJob reports for accuracy.
• Maintain NPDES permits, SWPPP, inspections, survey staking and joint measurements with the owner.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering (Construction Eng & Mgmt emphasis)

Tools

Primavera P6

Excel

Word

HCSS HeavyJob

Job description

MDS Staffing is seeking a Project Engineer for our heavy civil contractor partner in the Tampa Bay area. The role targets candidates with 5–8 years in civil construction who can manage multiple activities and own engineering and project controls on FDOT-type work.

The ideal candidate will hold a B.S. in Civil Engineering with a Construction Engineering and Management emphasis and be proficient in Primavera P6, Excel, and Word. Tampa locals or relocations are welcome as the team grows in Florida.