Project Engineer - Civil Services

About the role

The Project Engineer plays a key role in both the pre-construction and execution phases of civil excavation projects for Beitzel Corporation. This position is responsible for developing accurate estimates and bids while also providing technical and project support to ensure successful project delivery in the field.

Responsibilities

• Prepare competitive bids, analyze project documents, and identify opportunities to improve accuracy and efficiency in quoting
• Work closely with field crews to monitor project progress, track production quantities, assist with schedules, and interpret excavation plans to identify additional scope items or risks
• Bridge the office and field to ensure alignment between estimates and execution, support continuous improvement in project delivery, and contribute to the overall success of the Civil Group
• Provide competitive and profitable bids and quotes that will sustain and further the growth of the Civil Group
• Utilize computer-based software for enhanced and improved estimating
• Read prints and designs to develop bill of materials and project take-offs
• Cover travel to customer sites as needed to collect information relevant to project bid efforts
• Attend bid meetings and assist with the quoting and bidding effort for civil projects of all sizes
• Cultivate relationships with vendors with an emphasis on increasing efficiencies and reducing costs

Requirements

• Experience in civil estimating or project engineering
• Strong knowledge of excavation methods, equipment, and industry best practices
• Proficient in reading and interpreting civil drawings, specifications, and project plans
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with close attention to detail
• Able to balance office and field responsibilities, manage multiple priorities, and communicate effectively with team members at all levels

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in either civil excavating or project estimating preferred
• Preference given to candidates with degrees in relevant fields such as Civil Engineering, Business, Accounting, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, etc.
• Aptitude to learn new skills quickly
• Experience in a variety of Civil fields such as mass excavation, sediment controls, utility installations, fine grading, etc.
• Previous experience calculating quantities and materials for civil excavation projects preferred

Skills

• Proficiency in computer-based estimating software
• Ability to read and interpret civil drawings, specifications, and project plans
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits
• Health/Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Short/Long term disability
• Paid time off and holidays
• Paid lodging, per diem, and transportation provided for out-of-town work
• Employee-focused work environment
• On-the-job mentoring and training
• Internal job postings
• Performance and salary reviews
• Employee feedback program
• Safety-first and drug-free work environments
• PPE allowances with no restrictions on vendors
• Weekly pay with premium pay for Sundays and holidays
• Defined career path advancement
• Financial tools/programs to help employees reach financial goals, manage money, get out of debt, and save for the future
• Scholarship opportunities for dependent children

Pay

USD $75,000.00/Yr. - USD $125,000.00/Yr.

Schedule

Full-time