Project Engineer

Project Engineer

Location: Ruther Glen, VA; Fredericksburg, VA; & Brambleton, VA

U.S. Citizenship is required – These projects are located on military bases

Build more than projects, build your career with purpose.

Are you a detail-driven Civil Engineer who thrives on solving complex challenges in the field? At Total Civil Construction & Engineering, we're hiring a Project Engineer ready to integrate planning, people, and performance into outstanding project delivery.

What You'll Do:

As a Project Engineer, you'll be the nerve center of project operations, connecting on-site execution with budget, schedule, and design expectations. You'll track costs, manage progress, and ensure communication between office and field stays strong and proactive.

Here's what your day-to-day will look like:

• Support project managers and superintendents across all phases of construction
• Coordinate purchase orders and material procurement with vendors
• Monitor production rates and project timelines through 3-week lookaheads
• Perform real-time cost control and identify budget deviations early
• Analyze daily schedules and progress reports to maintain project alignment
• Process material orders using Heavy Job and Foundation software
• Review field data for accuracy and support estimating and planning teams
• Track subcontractor payments and application progress
• Lead internal 3WLA meetings and ensure stakeholder alignment
• Maintain and organize site documentation (plans, specs, permits, logs)
• Prepare detailed cost-to-complete reports for financial forecasting
• Propose process improvements to enhance department and project efficiency
• Enforce company safety protocols and maintain project compliance

What You Bring:

We're seeking someone analytical, proactive, and fluent in both engineering and execution.

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (Required)

Software & Systems:

• Proficiency in Heavy Job, Foundation, Primavera P6, and Procore
• Advanced skills in MS Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams

Experience & Language Skills:

• Minimum 1 year of field experience in civil construction
• Knowledge of underground utility, highway, and site development practices
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (Preferred)

Core Skills:

• Budget tracking, cost control, and schedule analysis
• Strong technical writing and document control
• Communication and coordination with multi-disciplinary teams
• Problem-solving under pressure and meeting strict deadlines

Perks & Culture:

• Competitive salary with career progression to Project Manager
• Health, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance, 401K.
• Car allowance and fuel card
• PTO and Sick Days
• Supportive leadership and hands-on mentorship
• Exposure to major infrastructure and utility projects
• Collaborative, inclusive, and innovation-focused team
• All software, laptop, licenses, and tools provided
• Drug-Free Workplace | EEO Employer: Veterans, Minorities, Women encouraged to apply

Your Path Forward:

This isn't just a job, it's a launch pad.

Start as a Project Engineer → Grow into Project Manager → Lead large-scale, high-profile project