Project Engineer - Heavy Civil Construction

Project Engineer - Heavy Civil Construction

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Project Engineer – Heavy Civil Construction

McMillen, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Project Engineer – Heavy Civil Construction. Our Construction Engineers provide project planning, scheduling, procurement, and related technical and administrative support to lead individuals on the project. This position works closely with the project manager, superintendent, foremen and crews to support the overall needs of the project.

This position will be on site in our Dallas, TX office and will require travel to assigned project on an as needed basis.

All Construction Division offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen. In accordance with client requirements, security clearance is required and is determined based on background check results.

Who we are:

McMillen, Inc. designs and builds solutions that shape the future of water resources. As an employee‑owned firm, we take pride in every project because we know our work truly matters. Our people thrive on solving complex challenges, pushing boundaries, and refining their craft. We don’t look for the complacent or the comfortable. We seek problem solvers, innovators, and experts who are always striving to be better. We support continuous learning, cutting‑edge technology, and a balanced work‑life environment so our employees can build careers they’re proud of.

We are focused in the dams, energy, fisheries, natural resources, and infrastructure markets. With staff across the United States, Canada, Europe, and beyond, we bring global best practices to our clients. Our people integrate engineering, environmental, and construction expertise to deliver practical, results‑driven outcomes. From concept to completion, projects are guided through feasibility studies, permitting, design, construction, and commissioning, ensuring technical precision and real‑world functionality.

Responsibilities:

• Performs scheduling of the project.
• Manages revenue, cost, and cash flow.
• Contracts, manages and coordinates sub‑contractors and product vendors.
• Participates in the preparation and implementation of permanent design management and quality control.
• Maintains close contact and good working relationships with client representatives.
• Assists in Operations planning.
• Administers contracts and subcontracts.
• Trains and directs Field Engineers.
• Develops and maintains owner relations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree is highly desired in the related fields of Construction Management or Engineering.
• Project Engineer: 12+ years of experience working in construction.
• Ability to read, analyze, and identify discrepancies on engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• An excellent understanding of pre‑construction and construction processes.
• Must work collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation.
• Respectfully takes direction and adheres to feedback from site superintendent and project managers.
• Maintains punctual, regular and predictable attendance in accordance with project and company work hours.
• Strong computer skills with MS Office, Primavera is a plus, Heavy Job/Heavy Bid is a plus.
• Working experience managing engineers.
• Regular, predictable attendance is required.
• Ability to get along and work effectively with others.

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The inability to cope with a stressful work environment does not constitute a protected disability.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to travel with luggage and be able to transport materials and personal overnight supplies.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Compensation Package:

• Pay Range: $120,000 - $130,000 (DOE)
• Benefits: McMillen provides a full Benefits Program comprising medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, HSA, EAP, 401(k) and match, 9 paid holidays, generous PTO, opportunity for stock ownership, and wellness reimbursement. Project Engineer – Heavy Civil Construction assigned to projects more than 70 miles from their residence are eligible for subsistence and home leave benefits. We also offer a company truck or vehicle allowance, along with mobile phone options.

EEO:

McMillen, Inc. is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment related decisions without race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Visa sponsorship, including renewal during employment, will not be provided for this position.