Project Engineer - Heavy Construction, Civil

Allegiance Group; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking multiple Project Engineers to join their dynamic team in Charleston. This role involves overseeing major construction projects, including roads and bridges, ensuring effective communication with subcontractors, and managing project schedules and budgets. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, alongside 5 years of relevant experience in heavy construction. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to significant infrastructure projects while working in a collaborative and supportive environment. If you're passionate about construction and eager to make an impact, this position is for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience in heavy/highway construction.
• EIT or PE license preferred for Project Engineer role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project administration and engineering functions on-site.
• Prepare monthly pay estimates and manage job budgets.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Abilities

Problem-Solving

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Project Management Software

Job description

Project Engineer - Heavy Construction, Civil

Location: Charleston, SC

Salary: $85,000-$100,000 + Benefits

Our client, one of the fastest growing construction companies across Carolina and a premier heavy construction and civil firm, is looking for multiple Project Engineers. With a strong focus on major construction projects, they specialize in building advanced roads, bridges, railways, and commercial centers. Ideally, as a Project Engineer you will already have your EIT or PE license.

As a Project Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing on-site project administration, scheduling, and engineering functions. This role includes planning, coordinating, and managing construction engineering activities while ensuring effective communication with subcontractors. You will prepare monthly pay estimates, update the project CPM schedule, and manage job budgets, change orders, and cost reports, contributing to the success of heavy/highway projects.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all on-site project administration, including managing the project document control system.
• Prepare monthly pay estimates and review owner and subcontractor pay estimates prior to management's approval.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage construction engineering activities and schedules, working closely with subcontractors.
• Update and maintain the project schedule and lead regular review meetings.
• Prepare and coordinate job budgets, change orders, and cost reports for management’s review and approval.
• Supervise cost report management and lead regular review meetings to ensure budget alignment.
• Proactively identify issues early, developing solutions to minimize disruptions to project progress.
• Prepare all required information for presentations at project reviews, ensuring accurate and up-to-date reporting for management.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• 5 years of engineering experience in heavy/highway construction, particularly on projects $20M +.
• Familiarity with grading, drainage, paving (asphalt and concrete), bridge construction, retaining walls, and other highway construction scopes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to ensure clear and effective communication with all project stakeholders.
• Strong prioritization, organizational abilities, and attention to detail.

How to apply:

To hear more about the role please feel free to call Scott on [phone] or email your up-to-date resume to [e-mail].

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Project Management

Industries

Construction, Building Construction, and Civil Engineering