Senior Tunnel Project Lead — Civil Construction

Core4ce Careers; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Traylor Bros., Inc. is seeking a Tunnel Project Engineer to lead complex underground projects, coordinating design, construction, safety, and quality across multiple teams. The role requires extensive experience in heavy civil underground environments and a willingness to relocate to regional project sites.

You will supervise staff, manage budgets and schedules, and collaborate with joint venture partners to ensure on-time delivery while maintaining high safety and engineering standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Civil engineering or Construction Management.
• Ten years of progressive project experience in heavy civil underground environments.
• Five years’ experience in design, project management, and supervisory roles.
• Experience with Tunnel Construction is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project direction, coordination, and performance within time and budget constraints.
• Direct staff and coordinate with project personnel to meet milestones and deliverables.
• Review schedules, funding, staffing plans, and status reports; adjust as needed.
• Provide technical guidance and resolve project issues with internal teams and partners.
• Travel to sites and relocate as required to support project needs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

Leadership ability

Organizational skills

Mathematical skills

Technical skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil engineering or Construction Management

Minimum ten years progressive project experience in heavy civil underground environments

Minimum of five years’ experience in design, project management, and supervisory experience

Experience with Tunnel Construction

Job description

Traylor Bros., Inc. is seeking a Tunnel Project Engineer to lead complex underground projects, coordinating design, construction, safety, and quality across multiple teams. The role requires extensive experience in heavy civil underground environments and a willingness to relocate to regional project sites.

You will supervise staff, manage budgets and schedules, and collaborate with joint venture partners to ensure on-time delivery while maintaining high safety and engineering standards.