Senior Construction Project Engineer - CDOT Highway Projects

Volkert Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

PTO and holidays

Disability insurance

Wellness incentives

Student Debt Retirement Match

Additional voluntary benefits

Job summary

Volkert Inc. in Colorado is seeking an experienced Construction Project Engineer to oversee heavy highway construction projects across the West Region, including Denver, Fort Collins, and Colorado Springs.

The role requires a minimum of ten years of heavy highway construction experience and CDOT project involvement. You will lead on-site activities, manage project paperwork, and coordinate with Resident Engineer, Client, and Volkert management to deliver projects safely and on schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten years of heavy highway construction experience.
• Experience on Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) construction projects.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans and specifications.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, MS Project, PMWeb, and email/internet usage.
• Ability to obtain CP/PE license in Colorado and related certifications.
• Willingness to relocate temporarily for project locations and pass drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction on heavy highway projects with daily on-site presence.
• Serve as Engineer in Responsible Charge and administer project paperwork.
• Support assignments across the Colorado Front Range with potential temporary relocation.
• Report to Resident Engineer, Client, and Volkert management.

Skills

Plan reading and interpretation

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

PMWeb

Email & Internet

Job description

Volkert Inc. in Colorado is seeking an experienced Construction Project Engineer to oversee heavy highway construction projects across the West Region, including Denver, Fort Collins, and Colorado Springs.

The role requires a minimum of ten years of heavy highway construction experience and CDOT project involvement. You will lead on-site activities, manage project paperwork, and coordinate with Resident Engineer, Client, and Volkert management to deliver projects safely and on schedule.