Construction Project Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Eastern Excavating Co. Inc. is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Project Engineer to join our team. We are a growing sitework construction company specializing in complete site development: clearing, grading, earthwork, utilities, paving, hardscapes etc.

The Project Engineer will work closely with our Project Managers, Superintendents, Surveyor, subcontractors and suppliers to help keep projects organized, on schedule, properly documented, and financially successful

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with surveyor regarding layout, grades, elevations, utilities, and as-built information.
• Build project surface files for machine control, generate survey points for layout and create final as-builts on AutoCad civil 3D or equivalent.
• Review civil plans, specifications, and construction documents.
• Help identify discrepancies between plans and actual field conditions.
• Assist Project Managers with plan revisions, submittals, change orders, prepare and track RFIs and project correspondence.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and track installed quantities throughout the project.
• Assist with project estimating, pricing, and procurement.
• Communicate professionally with general contractors, owners, engineers, inspectors, subcontractors, vendors, and internal team members.
• Maintain organized and accurate project files from project start through completion.
• Perform other duties necessary to successfully manage and complete construction projects.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is organized, accountable, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced construction environment.

Required / Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in construction, civil construction, sitework, estimating, or project engineering preferred.
• Ability to read and understand civil/site plans and construction drawings.
• Strong computer skills, particularly AutoCAD Civil 3D or equivalent .
• Experience with Bluebeam, Procore and similar construction software is a plus.
• Understanding of earthwork, grading, drainage, utilities, and site development is highly desirable.
• Strong math and quantity-calculation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for future responsibilities.
• Ability to work independently while also functioning as part of a project team.

What You'll Do Well in This Role

We're looking for someone who doesn't just push paperwork. The right person will understand how the paperwork connects to what's actually happening in the field.

You'll learn to recognize things like:

• When a grading issue could affect functionality and schedule.
• When a plan conflict may justify a change order.
• When the plans don't provide enough information for the field.

You should be comfortable picking up the phone, walking onto a jobsite, talking with a Superintendent or Foreman, and then coming back to the office and documenting what needs to happen next.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Performance-based advancement opportunities
• Health / Dental / Vision / Disability / Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Cell Phone / Laptop/ Ipad

Career Opportunity

This position offers an opportunity to grow within a construction company where your work will have a direct impact on project performance.

A successful Project Engineer can progress into Project Management and other leadership roles as their construction knowledge, project-management skills, and responsibilities grow.

Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Experience: AutoCad, Construction/sitework experience preferred