Heavy Civil Project Engineer

Willmeng Construction; Phoenix; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in South Africa is looking for a Heavy Civil Project Engineer to coordinate project activities, support field operations, and ensure quality standards. Ideal candidates should hold a degree in Construction Management or Engineering and possess skills in project scheduling and civil construction methods. The role is focused on teamwork, communication, and adherence to safety and quality standards. Benefits include employee ownership and comprehensive health insurance.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Discretionary annual bonus

401k with employer match

100% covered employee medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible Time Off Policy

Team-building activities

Qualifications

• 0–3 years’ experience in heavy civil construction or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Solid understanding of industry standards and government regulations.
• Strong attention to detail and high energy.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate technical activities and support field operations.
• Review submittals and shop drawings for compliance.
• Manage project documentation, RFIs, and schedule updates.
• Track quantities and verify installed work.
• Communicate clearly to uphold professionalism.

Skills

Civil construction methods

P6 scheduling

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

On Center OST

MS Project

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Job description

About Willmeng

Since 1977, Arizona-based commercial general contractor Willmeng Construction has been committed to staying true to building excellence and preserving the company’s high value to the clients we serve. Willmeng gives back to our community and has been recognized for a multitude of awards for project excellence and company culture including Contractor of the Year by AZRE Magazine, #1 General Contractor by Ranking Arizona, Best Workplace by Inc. Magazine, General Contractor of the Year by NAIOP, and Best Places to Work by Phoenix Business Journal.

Our strategic vision focuses on three fundamental aspects: supporting prelease transactions, maintaining our ability to competitively bid projects small and large, and fostering the “altruistic service” corporate culture established by recruiting highly talented individuals of great character.

The Role

As a Heavy Civil Project Engineer at Willmeng, you play a key role in driving project success from the ground up. You coordinate technical activities, support field operations, and work closely with the Project Manager to plan, schedule, and execute project tasks. You ensure quality and safety standards are met, facilitate clear communication between all disciplines, and help keep the team aligned and moving forward. You may be entrusted with day‑to‑day coordination with clients and internal teams, always representing Willmeng’s commitment to excellence, collaboration, and operational integrity on every project.

What you will accomplish

• Reviews submittals and shop drawings to ensure compliance with project specs and standards.
• Manages project documentation, RFIs, and schedule updates for seamless project controls.
• Tracks quantities, performs takeoffs, and verifies installed work for accuracy.
• Supports daily coordination and communication with Willmeng crews and subcontractors.
• Participates in owner, subcontractor, and internal team meetings to drive alignment.
• Monitors and enforces quality assurance and quality control on all work activities.
• Proactively identifies and resolves issues, supporting risk management and problem‑solving.
• Organizes and prioritizes tasks to keep the project on schedule and within budget.
• Communicates clearly and consistently, upholding Willmeng’s standards of professionalism and teamwork.

What we would like you to have

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred; 0–3 years’ experience in heavy civil construction or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Solid understanding of civil construction methods, industry standards, and government regulations.
• Proficient with P6 scheduling, Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, On Center OST, and MS Project.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• High energy, positive attitude, and a team‑first mindset—motivates others and leads by example.
• Committed to Willmeng’s culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence.

You’re inspired by our values

• Altruistic - Our foundation is built upon the authentic, selfless concern we share for the success and wellbeing of others.
• Fair 360 - We illuminate with kindness by seeking to understand before being understood and by caring more than may seem reasonable so we can achieve genuine success for all.
• Strategic - The blueprint that guides the creation of a genuine place of purpose expresses the clarity of our vision, the rigor of our thought and the character of our word.
• Sincere - We present no facades, only genuine elevations of truth, trust, and wholehearted loyalty to the employees we mentor, the clients we serve and the communities we call home.
• Nimble - Our structural integrity is ensured through the balance of resourcefulness, responsiveness, and adaptability and strengthened by being well‑rounded in the market to serve at the highest levels.

Compensation

Alongside cash, our total compensation package includes comprehensive benefits and 100% employee ownership. From wellness to work life, our benefits support our employees' total wellbeing.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Discretionary annual bonus
  
• 401k with employer match
• Employee medical, dental, and vision insurance 100% covered, with options to add dependents at 50% coverage by Willmeng
• Flexible Time Off Policy
• 9 paid company holidays
• 3 consecutive weeks of parental bonding leave, with an additional 3-5 weeks of disability leave for delivery recovery
• Spacious break rooms with healthy meals & snacks provided at no additional cost
• Team‑building activities, including volunteer opportunities

Willmeng places nothing more important to the organizational health of the company than its overall focus on culture. By bringing different personalities together and embracing their individual contributions, the culture is rich, strong and uniquely different. With a true family feel and the opportunity to participate in building a genuine place of purpose for clients and employees, Willmeng has the distinct advantage of something exceptional and special in the culture.