Project Engineer, Heavy Civil Highway – Tampa Bay

6 Degrees Search; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Project bonus potential

Career growth in Florida

Job summary

6 Degrees Search in Tampa, FL is seeking a Project Engineer for a heavy civil highway and bridge contractor. The role combines office and field responsibilities across FDOT projects, with ownership of project controls.

Ideal candidates have 5–8 years in civil construction, a B.S. in Civil Engineering, and experience using Primavera P6, Excel and Word. Relocation to the Tampa Bay area is welcome.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering, construction emphasis preferred.
• 5–8 years in civil construction with multi-activity management.
• Proficiency with Primavera P6, Excel and Word.
• FDOT project experience is a plus.
• Based in or willing to relocate to the Tampa Bay area.

Responsibilities

• Review the contract and specifications in their entirety.
• Support the Project Manager and Project Superintendent on day to day project needs.
• Prepare and update the project schedule in Primavera P6.
• Track quantities, project costs and forecasting.
• Get 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.
• Run document control for submittals, contract documents and record drawings.
• Review HeavyJob daily reports for accuracy.
• Keep NPDES permits, the SWPPP, inspections, survey staking and joint measurements with the owner on track.

Skills

Civil construction

Project management

Communication skills

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Excel

Word

HCSS HeavyJob

FDOT experience

Job description

6 Degrees Search in Tampa, FL is seeking a Project Engineer for a heavy civil highway and bridge contractor. The role combines office and field responsibilities across FDOT projects, with ownership of project controls.

Ideal candidates have 5–8 years in civil construction, a B.S. in Civil Engineering, and experience using Primavera P6, Excel and Word. Relocation to the Tampa Bay area is welcome.