Senior Project Engineer (CMT)

Hillis-Carnes • Annapolis Junction, MD

15d

About The Position

Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates (HCEA) is a multi-disciplined engineering firm with 20 offices in the mid-Atlantic and Florida. The firm is employee-owned through an ESOP and emphasizes teamwork, ambition, and professional advancement.

The Senior Project Engineer supports Construction Materials Testing/Inspection (CMT) departments on public and private sector projects, including construction-phase work and CMT project management. This mid-to-senior career-level professional generally works under the supervision of other Professional Engineers (Principals) and serves as Project Manager for CMT projects. The position is bonus eligible and is the fifth rung in the career ladder. It may progress to Associate Principal Engineer based on demonstrated proficiency, management capabilities, business development contributions, and leadership performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and/or master's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related science degree that leads to becoming a Professional Engineer (P.E.).
• At least 8–10 years of progressive, relevant engineering or consulting experience.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with clients, internal teams, and external third parties.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring projects.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while maintaining quality and client service standards.
• Experience developing client relationships and supporting business development initiatives.
• Self-motivated approach with a strong commitment to technical excellence and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage CMT projects with minimal supervision, working independently and seeking guidance as needed.
• Review daily construction materials testing (CMT) field reports for accuracy and completeness in a Project Manager role.
• Help develop new clients, maintain existing client relationships, and take an active role in business development activities.
• Coordinate and provide oversight to field technicians and inspection personnel as assigned.
• Represent the firm in client meetings.
• Interpret engineering plans, specifications, and construction documents.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, clients, contractors, and field personnel to support project execution.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, vendors, regulatory agencies, and internal project teams.
• Ensure testing and inspection activities comply with applicable standards, project specifications, and quality requirements.
• Follow company safety policies, procedures, and quality standards, as well as site safety and applicable permitting requirements.
• Communicate regularly with clients, contractors, developers, and project stakeholders.
• Support branch operations and perform additional duties assigned by the Division or Branch Manager.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid long-term disability, basic life insurance, and Employee Assistance Program.
• Health benefits, with a Health Savings Account option.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee referral compensation.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Bonus eligibility.

What This Job Offers

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