CEI Senior Project Engineer

Apex Companies•Naples, FL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Apex Companies is a rapidly growing consulting and engineering firm focused on client success and employee development. We are seeking experienced professionals to join our team and contribute to impactful projects that shape communities and protect the environment. At Apex, we foster a collaborative culture where growth, innovation, and leadership are encouraged. We offer opportunities for career advancement, competitive compensation, and a supportive work environment. This role is eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering.
Florida Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required or ability to obtain Florida P.E. licensure within six (6) months of hire.
Minimum 5+ years of FDOT and/or Florida CEI experience.
Experience serving in a CEI leadership role, such as Project Administrator, Assistant Project Administrator, Project Engineer, or Senior Inspector.
Thorough understanding of FDOT specifications, standards, procedures, and construction documentation requirements.
Strong leadership, communication, organization, and client management skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and staff simultaneously.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites throughout Florida.

Nice To Haves

FDOT Project Administrator experience.
FDOT CTQP certifications.
Experience with SiteManager, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office applications.
Experience managing roadway, bridge, drainage, utility, and transportation improvement projects.
Local agency and municipal CEI experience is highly preferred, particularly with Lee County, Collier County, Hendry County, Hardee County, City of Fort Myers, City of Cape Coral, and other Florida local governments.
Experience administering FDOT LAP-funded construction projects.
Established working relationships with FDOT District personnel and local agency clients.

Responsibilities

Serve as the Senior CEI Project Engineer and Project Administrator on transportation construction projects.
Manage project delivery, schedules, budgets, documentation, and staff assignments.
Coordinate with FDOT, local agencies, municipalities, contractors, utility companies, and project stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with contract plans, specifications, permits, standards, and agency requirements.
Review and process pay applications, change orders, supplemental agreements, claims, RFIs, submittments, and shop drawings.
Lead progress meetings and prepare project correspondence and reports.
Oversee quality assurance and quality control activities performed by CEI staff.
Verify quantities, materials testing, contract compliance, and contractor performance.
Monitor project schedules and identify potential risks, delays, and constructability issues.
Provide leadership, mentoring, and technical guidance to inspectors and support staff.
Coordinate project closeout activities, final acceptance, and as-built documentation.