Project Engineer, Underground/ Heavy Civil

Clark Construction Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision benefits

Paid time off

Retirement/401k with company match

Life insurance

Commuter benefit

Disability insurance

Job summary

Atkinson Construction seeks a Project Engineer to provide administrative and technical services across scheduling, cost engineering, subcontract coordination, and general project administration on heavy civil projects. You will work with project managers, superintendents, and craft personnel to keep work progressing safely and efficiently.

The role emphasizes proactive communication, timely information flow, accurate budgeting, and attention to site conditions.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in engineering, construction management, or related discipline; or similar field or equivalent work experience.
• Strong initiative, independence, personal responsibility, and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Pursue safety training and embrace Atkinson safety culture.
• Maintain relationships with craft personnel, inspectors, subcontractors, vendors, and project team.
• Support scheduling, cost engineering, subcontract coordination, and project administration.
• Track quantities, budgets, forecasts, and reporting; assist with change orders and requisitions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely; respond to inquiries promptly and accurately.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Team player

Initiative / self-motivation

Adaptability

Safety oriented

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Engineering/Construction Management degree

Job description

Atkinson Underground/CivilAbout AtkinsonBuilding our nation's infrastructure since 1926, Atkinson provides innovative design and construction solutions for heavy civil projects. We are committed to safely delivering complex, quality projects while building long-lasting, collaborative relationships with our clients.The RoleThe Project Engineer provides administrative and technical services in the fields of scheduling, cost engineering, subcontract coordination, and general project administration. Along with job site project managers and superintendents, project engineers have responsibilities in overall project oversight and may be assigned to a particular section, subcontractor, or other facet(s) of the project.ResponsibilitiesActively pursue and engage in safety training to learn and embrace the Atkinson safety cultureParticipate in the TRACK process; attend daily / weekly meetings and field inspectionsInitiate and maintain good, strong working relationships with Atkinson's craft personnel, field inspectors, subcontractor's representatives, vendors, home office support, the project management team, the community, etc.Stay ahead of the crew's needs making sure they are efficient in their workPrioritize daily tasks by understanding deadlines and material procurement lead timesProvide prompt, accurate information, notices and requests to agencies, subcontractors, vendors, etc.Communicate clearly and concisely in a grammatically correct and unbiased mannerInvestigate issues, ask thoughtful questions, gather input and propose solutionsBeat the estimated budgetPursue self-development outside of assigned responsibilitiesProduce safe, efficient construction engineering productsTrack and update quantities timely to ensure accurate budgets, forecasts and reportingPerform thorough invoice reviews and pay subcontractors and vendors timelyGather and prepare supporting documentation for change orders and requisitionsBasic QualificationsUndergraduate degree in engineering, construction management, or related discipline; or similar field or equivalent work experience3-5 years of relevant experience working on commercial or heavy civil construction projects from start to finishHigh degree of initiative, independence, personal responsibility, and integrityWillingness to speak up, listen up, ask open-ended questions, and learn from othersStrong interpersonal skillsEffective oral and written communication skillsStrong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced team environmentAlignment to our Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results-oriented, adaptable, team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, builds relationships, builds people/teams and followership, sets direction and executesThe work environment and requirements described below are representative of those necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role.The Physical Side of the Role: This is an active, hands-on role. You can expect to be on your feet frequently, navigating active job sites with uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists. The work is physically demanding and requires a full range of motion, including bending, kneeling, and reaching. You’ll need to be comfortable frequently lifting and carrying materials up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds. This role requires the ability to communicate effectively, as well as visual acuity for reading plans and inspecting work. The role does include desk time in the office that may require prolonged periods of sitting for tasks like computer work, document review, and meetings.Your Work Environment: You’ll spend a significant amount of your time on active construction sites, which means being adaptable to all kinds of weather and moderate to loud noise levels, and comfortable in elevated or confined work areas with moving mechanical equipment and with the fast-paced nature of a project in progress. You will also spend time in a typical office setting with moderate noise levels. Your safety is our top priority, and you'll be expected to follow Atkinson Construction's safety policies and procedures, and all applicable laws, at all locations.Our High-Performing Culture: This is a demanding, high-performance environment. We are looking for candidates who are energized by challenge, thrive under pressure, and are prepared to do what it takes to achieve exceptional results. Success in this role requires significant commitment, including flexibility to work extended hours, especially during critical project phases or client deadlines. Beyond regular working hours, there will be occasions where business needs require your attention, particularly for time-sensitive matters or emergencies. You are expected to monitor and respond to communications (phone calls, emails, text messages) as required to address these situations effectively. Your ability to manage these expectations and be responsive when critical issues arise is key to your success in this role and our collective success as a team.A Drug Free Workplace: Atkinson promotes a drug free workplace. A pre-employment drug “fitness for duty” screening is required, and the company conducts random quarterly drug “fitness for duty” tests.Atkinson offers a total compensation package that includes base salary, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision benefits, paid time off, retirement/401k, and Company Contribution plan. Additional benefits include life insurance, commuter benefit, short & long term disability, fitness reimbursement, FSA, tuition reimbursement, back-up daycare, tutoring & family support benefits, EAP/Work-Life assistance, and a holiday contribution program. For this role the base salary range is $90,000-135,000 Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. Base pay is one part of the Total Compensation Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work.