Project Engineer - Primoris Heavy Civil - Louisiana

Primoris Services Corp.; Louisiana; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm in the construction industry is seeking a Project Engineer to oversee civil projects in Louisiana. This role involves planning, managing project logs, and ensuring compliance with quality control standards. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in civil engineering and project management, with a focus on communication and problem-solving skills. Join a company recognized for its excellence in construction and engineering services, and contribute to impactful projects that serve both private and governmental clients. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow in a dynamic environment that values your contributions and offers comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Paid company holidays

Paid PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision

FSA/HSA

Short Term/Long Term Disability

401K with matching contribution

Qualifications

• Experience in the heavy civil industry for 1-4 years.
• Ability to manage project logs and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple civil projects and maintain plan drawings.
• Calculate pricing and manage contracts with subcontractors.

Skills

Project Management

Civil Engineering

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Negotiation Skills

Cost Allocation

Education

Undergraduate degree in civil engineering

Construction management degree

Tools

Primavera 3

Primavera 6

Job description

Project Engineer - Primoris Heavy Civil - Louisiana

Primoris Heavy Civil is currently searching for a Project Engineer to help plan and oversee multiple civil projects in Louisiana. 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. We service the Department of Transportation and the US Army Corps of Engineers. Services include: demolition, heavy earthwork, soil stabilization, mass excavation, drainage, pile driving, concrete paving, infrastructure rehabilitation, end-on (top-down) construction, bridge construction, major interstate and highway construction, airports, marine and rail installations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain plan drawings and revisions.
• Create and maintain all required Project Logs.
• Perform material take-offs.
• Communicate with the owner and client representatives.
• Calculate pricing and issue contracts and purchase orders for subcontractors and suppliers.
• Schedule subcontractor work and supplier material deliveries.
• Negotiates with owner on time extensions, delay impacts and accelerations.
• Measure all work put in place and monitor the accumulation and documentation of quantities; report these to the project manager for inclusion on monthly estimate and for reporting to the accounting department.
• Participate with Project Manager in resolution of quantity disputes the owner/engineer.
• Assist Project Manager in developing request for payment for extra work and claims for changes, maintains project records and documentation to support same.
• Prepare all close out documents at contract completion.
• Ensure all submittals are timely and quality control plan is complied with.
• Supervise cost allocation of all labor, equipment, and material purchased on project.
• Makes daily reports of hours worked, work performed, and delays or extra work.
• Present information effectively in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and management of the organization.
• Moderate to high level of proficiency operating Primavera 3 and 6.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in civil engineering, construction management or a related degree
• One (1) to four (4) years of experience working within the heavy civil industry

Company Overview

Primoris was formed in 2004 as the parent company and is traded on the NYSE under the symbol PRIM. We provide a wide range of construction, maintenance, and engineering services for power generation, oil and gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities and distribution, and civil infrastructure clients. Primoris is ranked in the top 1% of the prestigious Top 600 Specialty Contractors List by Engineering News-Record (ENR), having built projects throughout the U.S. and Canada. For additional information, please visit www.prim.com .

Primoris Heavy Civil, supported by the bonding capacity and resources of Primoris, has expanded into an even larger role within the heavy civil, infrastructure rehabilitation and transportation industries. 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:

• Paid company holidays
• Paid PTO
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Short Term/Long Term Disability, 401K with matching contribution.

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.

Third-Party Agency Notice

Primoris will not accept any unsolicited resumes from any third-party recruiting agencies either domestic or international. Primoris nor its subsidiaries will be responsible for any fees from the use of any unsolicited resumes either through our ATS or via electronic mail systems from any agency representative or agency consultant unless your firm is an approved vendor partner with a current executed agreement.

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