Senior Project Engineer

Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction; Lubbock (TX); Sur place; USD 80 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive compensation

Mentorship culture

Career growth and leadership planning

Résumé du poste

Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction in Texas is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead large-scale heavy civil projects, including highways, bridges, and rail, with responsibility for scheduling, budgeting, and subcontractor management.

The role emphasizes leadership, strategic thinking, and innovation, with a path for career growth within a strong, mentorship-driven culture. Join a team delivering complex infrastructure across the western U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management is preferred.
• 4+ years of experience in heavy civil/highway construction, including bridge work and major roadway projects.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsabilités

• Collaborate closely with Superintendents and Project Managers to drive project execution.
• Lead subcontractor coordination and ensure top-tier contractor performance.
• Manage project schedules (P6), budgets, and change orders.
• Oversee field operations support, including inspections, Blue Stakes, and as-builts.
• Track quantities for owner payments and maintain accurate job costing.
• Handle RFIs, submittals, issue logs, and project documentation.
• Act as the primary liaison with owners, subs, and inspectors.
• Support successful project close-out and ensure quality delivery.

Connaissances

Leadership

Communication

Relationship-building

Organizational skills

Decision-making

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

At Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction, we build more than bridges and highways we build careers, communities, and a legacy. With over 50 years of excellence in heavy civil construction, RLW has earned a reputation for taking on some of the most complex and rewarding infrastructure projects in the western U.S. As a Senior-level Project Engineer, you'll join a team that values leadership, strategic thinking, and innovation. Our projects span highways, bridges, rail, transit, and structural concrete, and we need strong leaders to help us take them from vision to reality.

What Sets RLW Apart

• Competitive Package: Total Compensation, Including Bonus and Perks 80K to 95K DOE
• People-first culture that values collaboration, mentorship, and integrity
• A clear path for career growth and leadership development
• Backing from Sterling Infrastructure, giving us the strength of a national network while keeping our entrepreneurial spirit
• The opportunity to lead high-impact projects that shape cities and communities

If you're ready to take the next step in your career — leading with purpose, growing with a company that invests in you, and building projects that matter — we invite you to explore our opportunities.

Position Description

Join RLW. Build what's next.

We're looking for a highly skilled Senior Project Engineer to play a key role in managing large-scale heavy civil construction projects. This position offers the opportunity to lead critical aspects of project coordination, scheduling, budgeting, and subcontractor management.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with Superintendents and Project Managers to drive project execution
• Lead subcontractor coordination and ensure top-tier contractor performance
• Manage project schedules (P6), budgets, and change orders
• Oversee field operations support, including inspections, Blue Stakes, and as-builts
• Track quantities for owner payments and maintain accurate job costing
• Handle RFIs, submittals, issue logs, and project documentation
• Act as the primary liaison with owners, subs, and inspectors
• Support successful project close-out and ensure quality delivery

Position Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred
• 4+ years of experience in heavy civil/highway construction, including bridge work and major roadway projects
• Strong knowledge of highway construction practices, concrete paving, and high-traffic work zones
• Proven leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills across all levels
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities under pressure
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities

We are an equal opportunity employer: We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, military status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.