Project Engineer - Primoris Heavy Civil - Waco, TX

Primoris Service Corporation•Dallas, TX

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About The Position

Primoris Heavy Civil is seeking a highly motivated Project Engineer to join our heavy highway construction team for our Waco, TX office. The Project Engineer will support the project management team in planning, coordinating, and executing various phases of highway and infrastructure projects. This role involves assisting in cost control, scheduling, document management, subcontractor coordination, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Must be willing to Permanently Relocate to the Waco, TX area. JOB DESCRIPTION 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.

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 submittals, 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.

Responsibilities

Assist with technical information for project & construction management to ensure construction work complies with all construction standards, codes and specifications
Assist with Project Submittals, Submittal Acquisition form Subcontractors, and Review Incoming submittals prior to transmitting to the Owner/Engineer
Coordinating 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.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), project scheduling software (e.g. Primavera P6 or MS Project), and construction management tools.