Project Engineer - Structures

ACCIONA; Georgia; Presencial; USD 80.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

ACCIONA in the U.S. is seeking a Project Engineer – Structures to support field construction of bridges and other structural elements on the SR400 Express Lanes project in Georgia.

You will work with superintendents, subcontractors, survey and quality teams to track progress and resolve field issues, ensuring work meets project requirements. Ideal candidates hold a civil-engineering degree and 3+ years of infrastructure construction experience, with knowledge of GDOT standards and proficiency in

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of field experience in infrastructure, roadway, or bridge construction.
• Familiarity with GDOT projects and knowledge of AASHTO and FHWA standards is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to field offices and job sites as needed.
• Basic knowledge of cost tracking, budget monitoring, and field production documentation.
• Proficient in Primavera P6, Procore, Bluebeam and HCSS.

Responsabilidades

• Support field construction of bridges, retaining walls, foundations, and other structural elements.
• Coordinate daily structural activities with Superintendents, subcontractors, survey teams, and project disciplines.
• Review drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and submittals to support field execution.
• Assist with planning and sequencing excavation, foundations, formwork, rebar, concrete, and structural erection.
• Coordinate concrete placements, including quantities, deliveries, manpower, and testing.
• Verify reinforcing steel, anchor bolts, and related installations meet plans.
• Coordinate survey layout and verify elevations, dimensions, alignment and tolerances.
• Identify constructability conflicts and resolve field issues with structures, utilities, and drainage.
• Track quantities, production rates, manpower, equipment, and subcontractor performance.
• Prepare daily reports and look-ahead plans with field leadership.

Conocimientos

Field leadership

Strong communication

Travel-ready

Cost tracking

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related

Herramientas

Primavera P6

Procore

Bluebeam

HCSS

Descripción del empleo

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Acciona offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance where relocation is required and approved, 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and more.

The SR400 Express Lanes Project is a transformative $4.6 billion infrastructure initiative led by SR400 Constructors, a 50/50 joint venture between Flatiron Dragados and ACCIONA. Commissioned by the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) and Georgia State Road Tollway Authority (SRTA), the project will add two 16-mile express lanes from Sandy Springs MARTA Station (Exit 5) to McFarland (Exit 12), enhancing mobility along one of Georgia’s busiest corridors. With a peak workforce of over 500, the project also includes dedicated bus rapid transit stations and key bridge refurbishments. Construction is set to begin in late 2025, with substantial completion anticipated in 2031.

The Project Engineer – Structures will support field construction and engineering coordination for bridges, retaining walls, foundations, and other structures across one of the SR400 segments. This role supports short-term planning, structural work sequencing, survey coordination, inspections, and technical documentation to help ensure work meets project requirements. The Project Engineer works closely with superintendents, subcontractors, survey and quality teams, and senior engineers to track production, resolve field issues, and support safe construction.

Job Description

• Support field construction of bridges, retaining walls, foundations, drilled shafts/piles, abutments, piers, columns, bridge decks, structural concrete, precast elements, structural steel, barriers, and other roadway structures.
• Coordinate daily structural activities with Superintendents, Foremen, subcontractors, survey teams, suppliers, and other project disciplines.
• Review structural drawings, specifications, shop drawings, reinforcing-steel drawings, erection plans, and approved submittals to support field execution.
• Assist with planning and sequencing excavation, foundations, formwork, reinforcing steel, embeds, concrete placements, structural erection, and deck construction.
• Coordinate concrete placements, including quantities, deliveries, manpower, equipment, testing, access, and quality requirements.
• Verify reinforcing steel, anchor bolts, embeds, bearings, joints, structural components, and related installations comply with approved plans and specifications.
• Coordinate survey/layout and verify elevations, dimensions, alignment, clearances, and structural tolerances before critical construction activities.
• Assist with temporary works and construction means and methods, including formwork, falsework, shoring, access systems, temporary supports, and erection activities.
• Identify and coordinate resolution of constructability conflicts involving structures, roadway, utilities, drainage, and existing field conditions.
• Track structural quantities, production rates, manpower, equipment, material deliveries, and subcontractor performance.
• Develop daily and short-term look-ahead plans with field leadership to identify labor, equipment, material, access, inspection, and MOT requirements.
• Prepare and track RFIs, submittals, field changes, quantity records, daily reports, photographs, and as-built documentation.
• Monitor cost, schedule, quality, and safety performance for assigned structural work.

Required Skills And Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of field experience in infrastructure, roadway, or bridge construction preferred.
• Familiarity with GDOT projects and knowledge of AASHTO and FHWA standards is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to field offices and job sites as needed.
• Basic knowledge of cost tracking, budget monitoring, and field production documentation.
• Proficiency in construction technologies and software such as Primavera P6, Procore, Bluebeam, and HCSS.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and traffic control plans.
• Strong communication and coordination skills with both field and office teams.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in US, as well as the Top Employers North America 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 seal, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.