A Project Engineer is responsible for a variety of civil engineering projects performed on behalf of private and public sector clients. Under direction, a Project Engineer performs difficult and complex engineering tasks and acts as a supervisor to a small group of engineers and/or technical support staff. A project engineer may serve as a project manager on a single major, or several minor, engineering project(s).
What you will be doing
Performing or guiding the technical analysis of the project(s) assigned. Makes sound decisions on technical problems and methods related to the work being performed based on established engineering principles and guidelines, and supervisory guidance.
Serves as project manager, defining the scope of the project, developing budget and schedule estimates, performing feasibility studies, managing staff, and providing training.
Monitoring project progress status, compliance with approved scope, and informing all parties of the same.
Reviewing proposed changes for impact on the project design, budget or schedule.
Preparing reports and presentations that provide raw technical data in a concise and comprehensible manner.
Consults with clients, engineers within other departments, and external project team members as a representative regarding assigned projects. Acts as the point of contact for inquiries regarding the project.
Completes documentation of projects accurately and timely.
May act as a technical expert in specialty area, providing training and outside presentations to clients, peers, and engineering community.
The Ante
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
6 plus years of experience performing related engineering work; or, equivalent education and experience
P.E. License Required
Things you should know or have
Solid project management skills; able to critically analyze and creatively solve issues.
Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills.
Ability to plan and direct the work of subordinates; effectively supervise, coach and train.
Proficient with related software and tools required to complete all job duties, including Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, GIS, and various modeling programs.
It is our expectation that the salary will be somewhere in the middle of this range.
This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential and can fluctuate above or below the posted range. If there is an offer, the salary presented will consider several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, and training. Base pay is just one piece of the compensation package offered by Wood Rodgers.