Senior Project Engineer – Heavy Civil Infrastructure

Sterling Construction Company, Inc.; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Job summary

Sterling Construction Company, Inc. in El Paso, TX is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead large-scale heavy civil projects spanning highways, bridges, rail, transit, and structural concrete.

Join a team that values leadership, strategic thinking, and innovation. You will drive project coordination, scheduling, budgeting, subcontractor management, and field support to deliver on time and to the highest quality.

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).

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

Relationship-building

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sterling Construction Company, Inc. in El Paso, TX is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead large-scale heavy civil projects spanning highways, bridges, rail, transit, and structural concrete.

Join a team that values leadership, strategic thinking, and innovation. You will drive project coordination, scheduling, budgeting, subcontractor management, and field support to deliver on time and to the highest quality.