Senior Project Engineer — Lead Highway & Bridge Infrastructure

Sterling Infrastructure, Inc.; Kuna (ID); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction in Idaho is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead large-scale heavy civil projects, including highways, bridges, and tied-in infrastructure.

The role emphasizes coordination with Superintendents and Managers, scheduling, budgeting, and subcontractor management to deliver quality outcomes. We value leadership, strategic thinking, and teamwork, with a path for career growth within a supportive, mentor-driven culture backed by Sterling Infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• 4+ years of experience in heavy civil/highway construction, including bridges.
• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Proven ability to coordinate with owners, subs, and inspectors.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Superintendents and Project Managers to drive project execution.
• Lead subcontractor coordination and ensure contractor performance.
• Manage project schedules (P6), budgets, and change orders.
• Oversee field operations support and project documentation.
• Support project close-out and quality delivery.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Scheduling

Subcontractor management

Budgeting

Microsoft Office

P6 Primavera

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction in Idaho is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead large-scale heavy civil projects, including highways, bridges, and tied-in infrastructure.

The role emphasizes coordination with Superintendents and Managers, scheduling, budgeting, and subcontractor management to deliver quality outcomes. We value leadership, strategic thinking, and teamwork, with a path for career growth within a supportive, mentor-driven culture backed by Sterling Infrastructure.