Project Engineer - Primoris Heavy Civil - Louisiana

Primoris Services Corporation

63d•Onsite

About The Position

Primoris Heavy Civil Services, based in Louisiana, is seeking a skilled Project Engineer to support our growing team. We’re looking for a driven professional with experience in heavy civil construction projects—including roads, bridges, and highways. In this role, you’ll provide technical engineering expertise, support project estimating, track work progress for payment, and assist with cost accounting. Take the next step in your career with a recognized leader in heavy civil construction.

Requirements

Four (4) year engineering or construction management degree, or equivalent combination of training and experience
Minimum of two (2) years of highway, road, and bridge construction experience
Working knowledge of surveying techniques and equipment, assigned discipline design, and overall engineering standards is necessary
Proficient in reading and interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and contracts
Ability to assist in the preparation, review, and coordination of project submittits, including obtaining required documents from subcontractors
Skilled in assigning and tracking cost codes, verifying subcontractor/supplier billing, and managing project documentation
Familiarity with change order processes, including tracking materials, labor, and equipment for accurate cost evaluation
Strong organizational skills with the ability to support all aspects of project management
Knowledge of safety standards and ability to work with the Safety Department to identify and mitigate job hazards
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), project scheduling software (e.g., Primavera P6 or MS Project), and construction management tools

Responsibilities

Provide technical engineering expertise to a specific project and provide assistance in the preparation of estimates; measure and calculate quantities of work put in place for payment and provide input for the cost accounting system.
Assist with technical information for project & construction management to ensure construction work complies with all construction standards, codes and specifications
Assist with Project Submittmits, Submittal Acquisition form Subcontractors, and Review Incoming submittals prior to transmitting to the Owner/Engineer
Coordinate with Owner and Engineer Representatives during the course of the project
Allocate cost codes to the appropriate field operations and track/maintain quantities to verify subcontractor /supplier billing
Track and compile of materials, equipment, and labor for any/all change orders and field orders
Provide technical assistance with project scheduling; prepare 3-week look ahead schedule and updates for monthly project schedule submissions
Maintain daily, weekly, and monthly reports during the course of the project
Assist project management in all job aspects
Coordinate with Survey as required to facilitate the construction
Work with Safety Department to analyze potential job hazards and prepare plan to eliminate risks
Travel as required to attend, but not limited to, meetings, site visits, training, etc.