Project Engineer (Civil TX)

Keeley Construction•Austin, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Keeley Construction is hiring a Project Engineer for its Civil Group in Austin, Texas. The role supports construction project coordination, documentation, estimating, scheduling, safety, and administrative processes. The Project Engineer works with project team members, subcontractors, designers, owners, Superintendents, and Project Managers, and participates in job shadowing to develop hands-on understanding of the work and role expectations. Travel is required as needed. Candidates must complete a selection assessment and pre-employment drug screen.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, a related field, or equivalent work experience.
At least six months of applicable construction-industry internship experience or equivalent work experience.
Willingness to travel as needed.
Agreement to complete a selection assessment and pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

Coordinate work, documentation, and correspondence among project team members.
Assist with bid solicitation and estimating functions.
Follow OSHA and company safety requirements.
Prepare and maintain submittal and RFI logs based on project drawings and specifications.
Document and communicate scope changes and related project impacts to the project team.
Coordinate the change proposal, review, and submission process.
Participate in required construction meetings with project personnel, subcontractors, designers, and owners.
Plan and prepare detailed project schedules up to three months in advance, aligned with project timelines and milestones.
Participate in job shadowing with Superintendents and Project Managers to gain hands-on experience and understand role expectations and required skills.
Read and interpret project plans, or demonstrate willingness to learn, and understand scheduled tasks and their on-site execution.
Perform administrative processes, including obtaining permits; meeting contractual obligations for submittals, insurance, bonds, billing, and closeout documentation; timekeeping; progress reporting; billing and collections; managing subcontracts; processing accounts payable; and handling change orders.
Proactively identify and address potential safety, quality, and site-condition issues to support a safe and compliant work environment.