Senior Project Engineer Civil Waste/Waterwaste

PCL Construction•Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA

About The Position

PCL Civil Constructors, Inc. is hiring a Senior Project Engineer to provide technical and field leadership on complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects. The role collaborates with project teams to deliver safe, high-quality work and contributes to projects from preconstruction through closeout. The position is listed for Washington, D.C., and Spotsylvania, Virginia, within Civil East. The engineer supports project engineering functions, including budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, contract administration, cost control, risk management, and contract progress reporting. They work with owners, engineers, subcontractors, and project teams, and help mentor junior engineers while supporting safety, quality, and operational excellence. PCL describes itself as 100% employee-owned and emphasizes career growth, employee well-being, training, and an inclusive workplace. Benefits may include employee ownership opportunities, performance bonuses, retirement matching, insurance coverage, paid parental leave, family care support, flexible spending accounts, mental health and wellness resources, and career development programs.

Requirements

8–10 years of experience in heavy civil construction, preferably with a strong focus on water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, and related infrastructure projects.
Proven experience managing project engineering functions, including budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, contract administration, and cost control.
Strong understanding of construction methods, project delivery processes, and risk management for complex water and wastewater projects.
Ability to collaborate with owners, engineers, and project teams to support project execution from preconstruction through closeout.
Experience mentoring junior engineers and contributing to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
Associate or bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or architecture, or equivalent experience; a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred.
Detailed knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, drawings and specifications, project health, safety, and environment (HSE), quality, building materials, and applicable standards.
Ability to apply basic engineering and problem-solving principles to construction challenges.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Flexibility and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Planning, organizational, and time-management skills, including the ability to multitask, prioritize work, and direct report tasks.
Ability to create and lead comprehensive schedules.
Ability to formulate subcontracts and administer subcontracts and contract documents.
Understanding of Microsoft Office Suite and internal operational systems, with strong ability to embrace new technology.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
8–10 years of construction experience in an operational role.
Experience with water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, and related infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

Perform and apply quantity takeoffs and surveys to manage contract progress, reporting, and change management.
Maintain contracts for more complex subcontracted scopes and administer subcontracts, including defining work scope, answering inquiries, and monitoring progress.
Review broader contract obligations for assigned projects and work scopes.
Assist the site manager with project start-up activities.
Participate in reviews of subcontractor submittals for compliance with scope and design documentation and coordination with other disciplines before forwarding them to the design team.
Assist with design-team site inspections for installation deficiencies.
Witness and sign off on systems commissioning.
Identify potential risks on project scopes or the project.
Contribute technical and field leadership to complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
Collaborate with owners, engineers, subcontractors, and project teams to support project execution from preconstruction through closeout.
Support project engineering functions, including budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, contract administration, and cost control.
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

Employee ownership opportunities
Annual discretionary performance bonuses
401(k) with company match
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Prescription drug coverage and telemedicine services
Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
Paid parental leave and family care support
HSA or FSA for healthcare, dependent care, and transportation
Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
Career growth pathways, leadership development, and mentorship programs
Training through PCL’s College of Construction and professional development courses
Opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles, and grow across sectors and regions