Lead Construction Services Engineer

About the role

We are currently seeking a Lead Construction Services Engineer to join our growing team and oversee multi-phase transportation projects. This role involves coordinating personnel, managing work assignments, and overseeing junior staff to ensure successful project execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction efforts on complex, multi-operational transportation projects.
• Monitor construction activities for compliance with legal, safety, and environmental standards.
• Apply engineering and technical expertise to support construction operations.
• Conduct final inspections to ensure project completion meets specifications.
• Provide expert-level field observations across multiple large and small-scale projects.
• Lead post-construction activities including finalizing quantities, inspections, and preparing/negotiating change orders and pay estimates.
• Track contractor schedules and progress, communicating updates to senior construction staff and project managers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency with WisDOT AASHTOWare Project (AWP).
• Onsite construction experience.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Highway Technician Certification Program (HTCP) certification, or ability to obtain.
• Ability to work in varied weather conditions and terrain.
• Willingness to travel and work overtime as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.), or ability to obtain licensure within a reasonable timeframe.
• Proven leadership experience in construction settings.
• Proficiency with Civil 3D.
• Experience in civil or highway design.

Benefits

This position requires an MVR records check verifying that you possess a valid driver’s license and a driving record which meets the requirements of SEH’s Driving Program.

Pay

Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $85,000 and $105,000 annually based on skill set and experience.

Schedule

The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.