Roadway Project Engineer - Heavy Civil Construction

7 James Construction Group, LLC; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid weekly

Medical coverage

401(k) with company match

ESPP

Pet coverage

Legal assistance

Award-winning safety programs

Job summary

Primoris Heavy Civil is seeking a Project Engineer to join our heavy highway construction team in Laredo, TX. The role supports the project management team in planning, coordinating, and executing highway and infrastructure projects, including cost control, scheduling, and document management.

You will coordinate with subcontractors, clients, and design teams, conduct site visits, help prepare progress reports, and assist with safety programs and quality standards to ensure successful project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 0-3 years of experience in heavy civil construction or related industry.
• Proficiency in construction management software (e.g., Primavera P6, HCSS HeavyJob, Bluebeam) is a plus.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and project documents.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to various job sites in the Houston, TX area and surrounding regions as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers and Superintendents in daily project operations, including scheduling, cost tracking, and quality control.
• Prepare and review project documentation, including submittals, RFIs (Requests for Information), change orders, and progress reports.
• Conduct site visits to monitor project progress, identify potential issues, and ensure compliance with project specifications and safety regulations.
• Support the procurement process by assisting with vendor selection, material requisitions, and tracking deliveries.
• Collaborate with design teams, subcontractors, and clients to resolve technical issues and ensure effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Participate in project meetings, taking minutes and tracking action items.
• Assist with the development and implementation of project schedules, ensuring critical path activities are identified and managed.
• Contribute to the preparation of project closeout documents, including as-builts and operation manuals.
• Support the implementation of safety programs and ensure adherence to all safety protocols on site.
• Perform quantity take-offs and assist with cost estimates for various project elements.

Skills

Civil engineering

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

HCSS HeavyJob

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

Primoris Heavy Civil is seeking a Project Engineer to join our heavy highway construction team in Laredo, TX. The role supports the project management team in planning, coordinating, and executing highway and infrastructure projects, including cost control, scheduling, and document management.

You will coordinate with subcontractors, clients, and design teams, conduct site visits, help prepare progress reports, and assist with safety programs and quality standards to ensure successful project