Senior Project Engineer - Construction Administration

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Educational reimbursement

Wellness programs

Mentoring programs

Job summary

Langan has an immediate opening for a Senior Project Engineer - Site Civil/Construction Administration in Austin, TX. The role leads construction-phase services for site/civil projects, serving as the primary contact for contractor coordination and timely review of submittals and RFIs.

The ideal candidate has a strong civil engineering background, ability to interpret construction documents, and excellent communication with contractors and clients to resolve issues during construction.

Qualifications

• Experience leading construction-phase services for site/civil projects.
• Experience coordinating with contractors, PMs, and design teams.
• Strong ability to interpret construction documents and resolve field issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction-phase services and coordinate contractor activities.
• Review submittals, RFIs, and field verifications to ensure conformance with designs.
• Conduct site visits and document observations for project stakeholders.
• Support closeout activities and punch-list verification.
• Provide design clarifications during construction as needed.

Skills

Construction administration

Submittal review

RFI responses

Field observations

Coordination meetings

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands‑on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.

Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.

Job Summary

Langan has an immediate opening for a Senior Project Engineer - Site Civil/Construction Administration to join its collaborative team in Austin, TX. This individual will lead and support construction-phase services for site/civil engineering projects, ensuring that design intent is accurately executed in the field. This role serves as the primary point of contact for contractor coordination during construction and is responsible for timely review of submittals, response to RFIs, and field verification of site work. This position requires a strong civil engineering background with the ability to interpret construction documents, communicate effectively with contractors and clients, and proactively identify and resolve issues during construction.

Job Responsibilities

• Construction Administration Leadership
  
  
  
  • Serve as the lead civil engineering representative during construction for assigned projects;
  
  
  • Coordinate with project managers, design teams, and contractors to support construction-phase activities; and
  
  
  • Maintain consistent communication with clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
  
  
  
  


• Submittal & Shop Drawing Review
  
  
  
  • Review contractor submittals (shop drawings, product data, samples) for conformance with construction documents;
  
  
  • Track submittals and ensure timely turnaround to maintain project schedules; and
  
  
  • Identify deviations from design intent and provide clear, concise review comments.
  
  
  
  


• Requests for Information (RFI) Management
  
  
  
  • Prepare and issue responses to RFIs related to civil/site design;
  
  
  • Interpret construction documents and provide clarifications to resolve field conflicts; and
  
  
  • Maintain RFI logs and coordinate with internal teams to ensure consistency across responses.
  
  
  
  


• Field Observations & Site Visits
  
  
  
  • Conduct periodic site visits to observe construction progress and verify compliance with plans;
  
  
  • Identify potential issues early and work with the contractor to implement corrective actions; and
  
  
  • Document observations and communicate findings to project stakeholders.
  
  
  
  


• Punch List & Project Closeout
  
  
  
  • Perform punch walks to identify incomplete or non-conforming work;
  
  
  • Verify completion of punch list items and support project closeout activities; and
  
  
  • Coordinate with owners and contractors to ensure successful project turnover.
  
  
  
  


• Design Support During Construction
  
  
  
  • Provide clarifications or minor revisions to drawings as needed to address field conditions;
  
  
  • Collaborate with design teams to resolve conflicts between disciplines; and
  
  
  • Ensure consistency between issued drawings and construction-phase updates.
  
  
  
  


• Coordination & Meetings
  
  
  
  • Participate in construction coordination meetings as needed to support active issues;
  
  
  • Communicate clearly with multidisciplinary teams (civil, structural, MEP, etc.);
  
  
  • Support project managers in maintaining schedule, budget, and quality during construction.
  
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management or related field required;


• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred;


• 10+ years of site/civil engineering experience, with a strong portion in construction-phase services;


• Experience supporting land development, infrastructure, or data center projects preferred;


• Demonstrated experience with submittal review, RFI response, and field observation.

Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes:

• full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage


• life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave


• 401(k)/Roth with company match


• paid time off including parental and military leave


• employee referral and professional license bonuses


• educational reimbursement

• employee resource groups


• flexible work schedules


• extensive training


• wellness programs


• buddy and mentoring programs


• much more!

Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.

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