Project Engineer-Heavy Civil & Underground Utilities

Kimmel & Associates • Washington, DC

3d • $65,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The company is seeking a Project Engineer to support heavy civil and underground utility construction projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. This is a full-time, onsite role based in Forestville, Maryland, working closely with Project Managers and field teams on project planning, cost control, documentation, procurement, and execution. The role supports projects across Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia, and Maryland, helping keep work on schedule and within budget. Underground utility experience is preferred.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management with 1–2 years of construction experience, or 3–4 years of experience as a Project Engineer or Office Engineer.
• Ability to track, report, and manage job costs accurately and on time.
• Understanding of construction contracts and ability to assist in negotiating change orders and subcontracts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and planning abilities.
• Decisive problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a strong sense of urgency.
• Ability to support multiple projects and coordinate the work of others.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel, as well as project management and scheduling software such as Primavera.
• Ability to work onsite in Forestville, Maryland, and support projects throughout Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia, and Maryland.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in heavy civil construction or underground utilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with project setup, original budgets, budget revisions, quantity takeoffs, purchasing, and cost reporting.
• Process payment requisitions, receiving tickets, invoices, monthly billings, and accounts receivable documentation.
• Prepare and manage submittals, working drawings, RFIs, change requests, subcontracts, and purchase orders.
• Maintain project records, including drawings, specifications, operation and maintenance manuals, correspondence, production reports, and progress documentation.
• Assist with CPM schedules and three-week look-ahead schedules, and track project delays, claims, and pending changes.
• Prepare change orders for Project Manager review and approval.
• Coordinate with suppliers and subcontractors to confirm materials and services are committed, approved, and available when needed.
• Maintain purchasing and change-order logs and ensure project documentation remains accurate and current.
• Support weekly project meetings and owner/customer progress meetings under the guidance of the Project Manager.
• Assist with coordinating multiple projects and provide oversight to an Office Engineer and Project Assistant.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Employee assistance program.
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• Safety Boot Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level