Senior Project Engineer - Heavy Civil Construction

Branch Civil; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Branch Civil is seeking a Project Engineer to oversee all engineering and technical aspects of our projects, reporting directly to the Project Manager. You will focus on organizing, planning, and ensuring accuracy and quality from start to close.

Responsibilities include budgeting, scheduling, documentation, permit compliance, subcontractor coordination, and maintaining logs for RFIs, change orders, and submittals, while promoting safety and a strong Branch Safety Culture on site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field.
• Master's degree in engineering/Construction and two years of experience preferred.
• Two years of experience in heavy civil projects (NCDOT/large site) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Forecast accurate cost and revenue dollars and quantities.
• Review contract documents, drawings and specifications.
• Assist PM in defining project budget and cost codes.
• Prepare initial budget adjustments for PM review.
• Ensure permits are acquired as required.
• Maintain and update RFI, Change Order, and Submittal Logs.
• Support safety culture and ensure material quality.
• Draft and submit Change Orders and RFIs with PM approval.
• Review end-of-month billings and subcontractor invoices.

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field

Master's Degree in engineering/Construction and two years of experience

Job description

Branch Civil is seeking a Project Engineer to oversee all engineering and technical aspects of our projects, reporting directly to the Project Manager. You will focus on organizing, planning, and ensuring accuracy and quality from start to close.

Responsibilities include budgeting, scheduling, documentation, permit compliance, subcontractor coordination, and maintaining logs for RFIs, change orders, and submittals, while promoting safety and a strong Branch Safety Culture on site.