Senior Project Engineer: Heavy Civil & Highway Lead

Sterling Construction Company, Inc.; Spur (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Sterling Construction Company, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead large-scale heavy civil projects, coordinating scheduling, budgeting, and subcontractor management.

You will collaborate with superintendents and project managers to drive project execution, manage field operations, and maintain accurate project documentation. This role requires a Civil Engineering or Construction Management background, 4+ years in heavy civil/highway work, and proven leadership and communication

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

Leadership

Communication

Project coordination

Scheduling

Budgeting

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sterling Construction Company, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead large-scale heavy civil projects, coordinating scheduling, budgeting, and subcontractor management.

You will collaborate with superintendents and project managers to drive project execution, manage field operations, and maintain accurate project documentation. This role requires a Civil Engineering or Construction Management background, 4+ years in heavy civil/highway work, and proven leadership and communication