Construction Engineer (Kansas City)

We are seeking a Construction Engineer to join our team. Responsibilities Perform complex construction assignments, exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of standard construction engineering techniques and procedures Conduct project field coordination, documentation, cost monitoring, bidding and scheduling Receive, issue, and track RFIs, submittals, and other required data Be eager to learn, ask questions, work under and receive direction and supervision from Resident Project Representatives and Project Managers Conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses for civil projects related to infrastructure, such as roads, bridges, class 1 railroad projects, buildings, facilities, water/wastewater facilities, pump stations, and pipelines (including electrical, mechanical/HVAC, and site civil) Monitor, record, and inspect progress on construction projects Compose reports with a daily log of activities, personnel, and pictures to send to clients daily Conduct or coordinate field materials sampling and testing, including concrete slump and air testing, casting concrete test cylinders, and performing in-place soil compaction testing Participate in client development and project pursuits, receiving general supervision from the Senior Inspector who reviews work while in progress Work may require 50% to 100% travel to meetings, site visits, and inspections outside of the Kansas City area Possibility for long‑term project assignments Work outdoors and navigate construction sites in all seasons Perform other duties as needed Preferred Qualifications A minimum of 3 years' experience in construction engineering Experience with Steel Structures & Foundations – DPG, Trusses, & TPG Freight Rail Experience and/or DOT Experience Inspection Certifications Knowledge of rail materials and safety requirements Understanding of project management principles Demonstrated experience in construction and/or construction inspection of heavy civil infrastructure for DOT, freight or passenger railroads Ability to interpret construction schedules Cost analysis experience pertaining to construction General accounting knowledge Plan/Detail reading skills PDF editing software such as Revu Bluebeam Exercise good judgment and discretion, independently resolve problems and issues Utilize survey equipment to check and confirm construction Successfully passing drug‑screening procedures prior to hire; thereafter subject to random and cause drug and alcohol testing Licensed to operate motor vehicles in accordance with applicable state law Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or closely related field Previous construction engineering experience Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., Professional Engineer (PE) license) Experience using Microsoft Office, estimating & CPM scheduling software, and web-based document collaboration software Excellent verbal and written communication skills Commitment to being an active participant in an employee‑owned culture Primary Location: United States – Missouri – Kansas City Industry: Freight Rail Schedule: Full‑time Employee Status: Regular Business Class: Construction Services (HDRE) Job Posting: Nov 19, 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr HDR, Inc.