Senior Project Engineer - Commercial Concrete

Coastline Concrete & Infrastructure LLC; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

LTD and life insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Voluntary supplemental insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Job summary

Coastline Concrete & Infrastructure LLC seeks a Senior Project Engineer to plan, coordinate, and execute commercial concrete projects. You will work closely with the Project Manager and Superintendent to keep schedules on track and ensure field operations run smoothly.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable balancing project documentation with hands-on site involvement. A background in concrete construction and proficiency in English and Spanish are preferred, with a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 3-5+ years of construction project engineering or project management experience, preferably in commercial concrete construction.
• Experience coordinating submittals, RFIs, schedules, and project documentation.
• Understanding of concrete construction methods, materials, and field operations.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction project management software.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, and other project documentation.
• Monitor project schedules, production, and progress to support successful project execution.
• Coordinate field activities with Superintendents, subcontractors, materials, and equipment.
• Track project labor, equipment, and production toward goals.
• Assist the Project Manager with project cost tracking and monthly projections.
• Maintain project records, including meeting minutes, daily reports, and as-built drawings.
• Identify and help resolve scheduling, constructability, and coordination challenges.
• Support jobsite safety and quality requirements.
• Communicate with owners, general contractors, subcontractors, and project teams.
• Assist in developing and maintaining positive client relationships.
• Provide guidance to Project Engineers as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication skills

Problem solving

Reading construction drawings

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Construction PM software

Job description

Coastline Concrete & Infrastructure (CCI) is seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer to support the planning, coordination, and execution of commercial concrete construction projects. We're looking for someone who takes ownership of their work, understands construction operations, and can effectively coordinate between project management and field teams.

This position works closely with the Project Manager and Superintendent to keep projects organized, on schedule, and moving forward. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable balancing project documentation with hands-on involvement in day-to-day construction activities.

Benefits & Perks

At CCI, we value our employees and offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, life/LTD, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Voluntary supplemental insurance options.
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (UPTO)

What You'll Do

• Coordinate project submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, and other project documentation.
• Monitor project schedules, production, and progress to support successful project execution.
• Work closely with Superintendents to coordinate field activities, materials, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Track project labor, equipment, and production to help achieve project goals.
• Assist the Project Manager with project cost tracking, monthly financial projections, and reporting.
• Maintain project records, including meeting minutes, daily reports, and as-built drawings.
• Identify and help resolve project issues, including scheduling, constructability, and coordination challenges.
• Support jobsite safety and quality requirements.
• Communicate with owners, general contractors, subcontractors, and project teams.
• Assist in developing and maintaining positive client relationships.
• Provide guidance to Project Engineers as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred, or equivalent construction experience.
• 3-5+ years of construction project engineering or project management experience, preferably in commercial concrete construction.
• Experience coordinating submittals, RFIs, schedules, and project documentation.
• Understanding of concrete construction methods, materials, and field operations.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction project management software.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in both office and active construction site environments.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, bend, and navigate uneven construction surfaces.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds.