Senior Project Engineer, Heavy Civil / FDOT

The Keystone Distinction Group; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Keystone Distinction Group in Naples, FL is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead FDOT roadway and bridge efforts. The role blends technical execution with commercial oversight, including RFIs, submittals, schedules, quantities, and cost management.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in heavy civil projects, FDOT experience, and a Civil or Construction Management degree. Local candidates or those willing to relocate to Southwest Florida are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project engineering on heavy civil, highway or bridge work for a contractor.
• FDOT project experience; B.S. in Civil Engineering or Construction Management is required.
• Proficient with RFIs, subcontractor management, change orders, quantities and cost tracking.
• Proficient with Primavera P6 and Excel.
• Florida PE license is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Run RFIs, submittals and technical coordination with the owner, Engineer of Record and field team.
• Build and update the project schedule in Primavera P6.
• Track quantities, cost against bid and monthly forecasts.
• Manage subcontractors, their contracts and change orders.
• Review plans, specifications and shop drawings for contract and FDOT conformance.
• Support monthly pay estimates, billing and cash flow.
• Coordinate survey, quality control and quality assurance inspections.
• Work with the superintendent to spot conflicts and delays before they hit the field.
• Lead project meetings with foremen, subcontractors and owner representatives.
• Keep NPDES, the SWPPP and the safety program on track.

Skills

RFI / Submittals management

Subcontractor management

Cost tracking & forecasting

Primavera P6

Excel

FDOT project experience

PE license (FL)

OSHA 30

HCSS HeavyJob

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

Excel

HCSS HeavyJob

Job description

Senior Project Engineer, Heavy Civil / FDOT

Location: Naples, FL (Southwest Florida)

Industry: Heavy Civil / Highway / Bridge / Infrastructure Construction

A heavy civil highway and bridge contractor with work across Florida is hiring a Senior Project Engineer for FDOT roadway and bridge work in the Naples area. This is a strong opportunity for a Senior Project Engineer or a strong Project Engineer ready to step up, with 5+ years on heavy civil jobs, who wants more ownership and a clear path to Project Manager. You'll run the technical and commercial side of the job, from RFIs and submittals to subcontractors, quantities and cost, much of it FDOT work. Southwest Florida locals are great, and candidates ready to relocate are welcome.

What You'll Be Responsible For

• Run RFIs, submittals and technical coordination with the owner, Engineer of Record and field team
• Build and update the project schedule in Primavera P6
• Track quantities, cost against bid and monthly forecasts
• Manage subcontractors, their contracts and change orders
• Review plans, specifications and shop drawings for contract and FDOT conformance
• Support monthly pay estimates, billing and cash flow
• Coordinate survey, quality control and quality assurance inspections
• Work with the superintendent to spot conflicts and delays before they hit the field
• Lead project meetings with foremen, subcontractors and owner representatives
• Keep NPDES, the SWPPP and the safety program on track

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of project engineering on heavy civil, highway or bridge work for a contractor
• FDOT project experience
• B.S. in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
• Strong with RFIs, subcontractor management, change orders, quantities and cost tracking
• Primavera P6 and Excel
• Florida PE license is a plus
• HCSS HeavyJob experience is a plus
• OSHA 30 is a plus
• Based in Southwest Florida or ready to relocate to the Naples area

Why This Role Is Worth a Conversation

• Full benefits package
• Project bonus potential
• Relocation assistance for the right candidate
• Established heavy civil highway and bridge contractor with projects across Florida
• A clear step toward Project Manager
• Heavy civil work on the kind of projects that build a career.