Project Engineer - Primoris Heavy Civil - Baton Rouge, La

Primoris Services Corporation; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

ESPP

Pet coverage

Legal assistance

Safety programs

Job summary

Primoris Heavy Civil in Baton Rouge, LA, seeks a Project Engineer to support project management and construction teams on heavy civil projects. You will help ensure adherence to specs, budget, and schedule, with a mix of technical support, field coordination, and administrative duties.

You will review plans, prepare submittals, track progress, and support safety compliance while coordinating with subs and internal teams. Travel to job sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 0–3 years of experience in heavy civil construction, internships included.
• Strong understanding of construction principles, practices, and project management methodologies.
• Proficiency in construction software (e.g., Primavera P6, HCSS HeavyJob, Bluebeam, AutoCAD) is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and contracts.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers and Superintendents in planning, organizing, and directing project activities.
• Review and interpret project plans, specifications, and contracts to ensure compliance during construction.
• Prepare and manage project documentation, including submittals, RFI’s, change orders, and daily reports.
• Track project progress, identify potential issues, and assist in developing solutions to maintain project schedule and budget.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to monitor work quality, safety, and adherence to project plans.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Assist in cost tracking, forecasting, and budget analysis for assigned projects.
• Support the implementation and enforcement of company safety policies and procedures on job sites.
• Participate in project meetings, take meeting minutes, and distribute information to relevant stakeholders.
• Perform quantity take-offs and assist with estimating activities as needed.

Skills

Project management

Blueprint reading

Communication

Reading specs/contracts

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

HCSS HeavyJob

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Overview:

Job Summary**

The Project Engineer at Primoris Heavy Civil in Baton Rouge, LA, will support project management and construction teams in the successful execution of heavy civil projects, ensuring adherence to specifications, budget, and schedule. This role involves a blend of technical support, field coordination, and administrative duties.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers and Superintendents in planning, organizing, and directing project activities.
• Review and interpret project plans, specifications, and contracts to ensure compliance during construction.
• Prepare and manage project documentation, including submittals, RFI’s (Requests for Information), change orders, and daily reports.
• Track project progress, identify potential issues, and assist in developing solutions to maintain project schedule and budget.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to monitor work quality, safety, and adherence to project plans.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Assist in cost tracking, forecasting, and budget analysis for assigned projects.
• Support the implementation and enforcement of company safety policies and procedures on job sites.
• Participate in project meetings, take meeting minutes, and distribute information to relevant stakeholders.
• Perform quantity take-offs and assist with estimating activities as needed.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 0-3 years of experience in heavy civil construction, internships included.
• Strong understanding of construction principles, practices, and project management methodologies.
• Proficiency in construction software (e.g., Primavera P6, HCSS HeavyJob, Bluebeam, AutoCAD) is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and contracts.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required.
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.

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Company Overview:

Primoris Heavy Civil provides highway, port, airfield, rail and marine (intermodal transportation) construction services to private commercial and industrial clients as well as governmental entities such as the Department of Transportation and the US Army Corps of Engineers. Heavy Civil is comprised of six operating units that include North Louisiana Operations, South Louisiana Operations, Texas Operations, HMA Paving Operations, Concrete Paving Operations, and the Infrastructure Rehabilitation Unit.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation, paid weekly.
• Best-in-class medical, dental, vision, and LTD/STD coverage.
• 401(k) with company match, vested on day one.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP].
• Pet coverage for your furry friends.
• Legal assistance coverage.
• Award-winning safety programs.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Agency Statement

We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.

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