Project Engineer

Project Engineer

Warwick, RI

About Us

At EA, you'll find yourself surrounded by dynamic professionals that embrace collaboration and curiosity to foster innovation and problem-solving. This culture forms the essence of our value proposition to apply high-quality, objective, and interdisciplinary services to complex environmental challenges. With a strong foundation in servant leadership and community service, EA employees are encouraged to pursue personal and professional passions. As a team, we empower each other to share ideas, believe in our common purpose, and value differing perspectives.

Position Overview

EA is seeking a Project Engineer with a strong background in civil and/or environmental engineering to support a growing portfolio of design and construction projects. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who can independently manage technical tasks, support project delivery, and assist with construction and contract administration. The selected candidate will work closely with project managers and senior engineers to help deliver projects on schedule and within budget, while maintaining a high standard of technical quality.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of civil/environmental engineering projects from planning through construction
• Prepare and review technical documents including design plans, specifications, reports, and submittals
• Assist with project scheduling, cost estimating, and budgeting
• Support development of contract documents, bid packages, and procurement efforts
• Perform and/or oversee construction administration tasks, including:
• Submittal and shop drawing review
• Responding to RFIs
• Field inspections and construction oversight
• Change order and pay application review
• Coordinate with internal teams, subcontractors, and clients to support project delivery
• Participate in field activities such as site inspections, sampling, and contractor oversight
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations
• Support project managers with scope, schedule, and budget tracking
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to team development as appropriate

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering
• 5–10 years of relevant professional experience
• Minimum 5 years of construction-related experience (construction oversight, inspection, or administration)
• Experience with project scheduling and coordination, cost estimating and quantity takeoffs, and contracting, bid support, and procurement
• Strong understanding of civil/environmental design and construction practices
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work both independently and within a team
• Ability to travel regionally to project sites, with occasional travel beyond the region as needed
• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn and take on new challenges

Note: This position requires specific driving duties. You must be able to pass a motor vehicle records check required by our insurer.

Desired Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license (or ability to obtain)
• Prior project management or task management experience
• Experience with environmental site investigation and remediation projects
• Familiarity with federal and/or state regulatory programs (e.g., CERCLA, RCRA, state programs)
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER and/or OSHA 10/30-hour construction training
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS, or similar tools

Use of AI in the Application Process:

Applications should represent your own work and experience. AI generated resumes will not be considered.

Sponsorship Statement:

This position does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants who require sponsorship at any point will not be considered.

Drug Screen Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen.

Pay Range

$90,000 - $120,000 USD

The EA pay range for this position is intended as a general guideline and does not guarantee specific compensation or salary. Factors considered when making an offer include job responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, alignment with market data, and compliance with federal and state laws.

Why Join EA?

At EA, our core values are openness, balance, and challenge and we strive to improve the quality of the environment in which we live, one project at a time. Our professional, team-centric culture promotes collaboration and flexibility and allows employees to guide their own career development path. To that end, we provide training and coaching to support ongoing development for our project managers and consulting engineers.

What We Provide:

EA prides itself on servant leadership, career development for staff in all areas, and maintaining work-life balance including flexible schedules. We have a tremendous base of positive client relationships that has resulted in a stable backlog of projects and opportunities for growth. We offer paid volunteer time, tuition reimbursement, knowledge sharing, industry advancement, professional associations, and industry conferences. EA is proud to offer a fantastic benefits package that includes the following:

• 401k with Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Competitive Salary
• Low deductible health coverage for you and your family through Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Generous paid-time-off policy
• Paid volunteer time
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional Development
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee wellness program

Accommodation Information:

If you are interested in applying for employment with EA and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the EA Talent Acquisition Office at View email address on click.appcast.io . For TTY users, dial 711.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

EA is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, disability, gender identity, or veteran status.

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