Project Engineer (Wet Utilities Division)

H. T. PROF Group; Long Beach, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

Job summary

H. T. PROF Group is seeking a Project Engineer to support underground wet utilities projects in the Greater Los Angeles area.

This role involves field involvement, coordinating with clients and subcontractors, and ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery for projects up to $10 million. Ideal candidates have 2–4 years of field experience with underground utilities, strong knowledge of water systems, and solid communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–4 years of field experience with underground wet utilities.
• Preference for experience with domestic water systems.
• Strong knowledge of waterworks materials and systems.
• Proficient in scheduling, cost tracking, and project documentation.
• Ability to manage RFIs, change orders, and permitting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Manager with planning, scheduling, and daily activities.
• Coordinate field operations like pipeline installation and trench work.
• Manage RFIs, change orders, and permits; track time and materials.
• Oversee subcontractors, material orders, and progress reporting.
• Review drawings and specifications for accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain safety standards and company procedures.
• Prepare project documentation using professional language.
• Support client relationships and project profitability.

Skills

Field experience

Water systems knowledge

Traffic control

Shoring systems

Trench restoration

Project documentation

Scheduling

Cost tracking

Communication

Valid driver’s license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Construction Management degree preferred

Tools

Primavera SureTrak

P3 / P6

Microsoft Visio

AutoCAD

RapidPlan

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Location Long Beach, CA
No Remote

Type Direct Hire

ID CA247-2723442

Posted Aug 11, 2026

Project Engineer – Underground Wet Utilities

Location: Greater Los Angeles, Orange County, Inland Empire
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Employment Type: Full-Time

General Summary

The Project Engineer supports the Project Manager in the overall direction, coordination, and completion of underground wet utility and utility plant construction projects—typically up to $10 million in value. This role requires hands-on field involvement, technical problem-solving, and collaboration with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Support Project Manager with planning, scheduling, and executing daily project activities.

Coordinate field operations, including pipeline installation, shoring, traffic control, and trench restoration.

Manage RFIs, change orders, permitting, utility notifications, and daily reports.

Oversee subcontractors, material orders, and time-and-materials tracking.

Review and interpret project plans, drawings, and specifications.

Maintain compliance with safety standards and company procedures.

Prepare project documentation and correspondence using professional, grammatically correct language.

Assist in maintaining strong client relationships and project profitability.

Requirements

Experience: Minimum 2–4 years of field experience with a self-performing contractor specializing in underground wet utilities.

Preference for candidates experienced in domestic water systems.

Strong working knowledge of:

Waterworks materials and systems

Traffic control, shoring systems, and trench restoration

Proficiency in project documentation, scheduling, change management, and cost tracking.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record required.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred.

Equivalent field experience in underground construction may be substituted in lieu of degree.

Software Proficiency

Required: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Preferred Experience In:

CPM Scheduling (Primavera SureTrak, P3, or P6)

Microsoft Visio or AutoCAD

RapidPlan or similar traffic control design software

Industry Specialties

Competitive Salary: Based on experience

100% employer-paid Health, Dental, Vision, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance for employee

Health insurance coverage for employee and family