Senior Project Engineer

Sterling Construction Company, Inc.; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Sterling Construction Company, Inc. in Lubbock, TX is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead large-scale heavy civil projects, coordinating with Superintendents and PMs to drive execution.

The role focuses on subcontractor management, project scheduling (P6), cost control, RFIs, submittals, and close-out, requiring strong leadership and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management required.
• 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.

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.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Relationship-building

Multi-priority management

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sterling Construction Company, Inc.

Location: Lubbock, TX

Pay Range: N/A

Salary Interval: Salary

Position Description

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:

1. Collaborate closely with Superintendents and Project Managers to drive project execution


2. Lead subcontractor coordination and ensure top-tier contractor performance


3. Manage project schedules (P6), budgets, and change orders


4. Oversee field operations support, including inspections, Blue Stakes, and as-builts


5. Track quantities for owner payments and maintain accurate job costing


6. Handle RFIs, submittals, issue logs, and project documentation


7. Act as the primary liaison with owners, subs, and inspectors


8. Support successful project close-out and ensure quality delivery

Position Requirements

Key Requirements:

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


2. 4+ years of experience in heavy civil/highway construction, including bridge work and major roadway projects


3. Strong knowledge of highway construction practices, concrete paving, and high-traffic work zones


4. Proven leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills across all levels


5. Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities under pressure


6. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)


7. Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.