Senior Project Engineer - Heavy Civil

Sterling Construction Company, Inc.; Spur (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Sterling Construction Company, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Engineer in Spur, TX to manage large-scale heavy civil projects, coordinating scheduling, budgeting, and subcontractor performance.

You will collaborate with Superintendents and PMs to drive project execution and ensure quality delivery. The role requires 4+ years of highway construction experience, leadership and strong communication skills, and proficiency with MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's 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.

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

Project leadership

Communication

Multitasking

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Sterling Construction Company, Inc.

Location: Spur, 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

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.

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