What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Engineer - Roadway position at Food Management Search?
This position is with one of the world's largest heavy civil contractors, a leader in constructing roads, highways, and major design-build projects across the United States and throughout Florida.
The role provides outstanding opportunities for professional growth in Florida's rapidly expanding infrastructure sector, fueled by significant state investments, including a proposed $15.4 billion transportation budget for FY 2026-27. Ongoing mega-projects include FDOT's Moving Florida Forward initiatives (with accelerated I-4 corridor enhancements), Florida Turnpike widening efforts, and major port terminal expansions at facilities like Port Canaveral and PortMiami.
Key Responsibilities
- Thoroughly review contracts and project specifications
- Support the Project Manager and Project Superintendent as needed
- Assist in schedule preparation, updates, and management
- Contribute to quantity takeoffs, project cost tracking, and forecasting
- Solicit and evaluate pricing from subcontractors and vendors, including for change orders
- Coordinate requisition and delivery of equipment and materials
- Collaborate with subcontractors, suppliers, and the workforce to resolve project issues and conflicts
- Assist with monthly billing, cash flow projections, and change order processing
- Manage document control, including submittal schedules, contract documents, and record drawings
- Review Heavy Job daily reports for completeness and accuracy
- Prepare and maintain technical submittal logs, NPDES permits, Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans, and project progress schedules as required
- Ensure compliance with notice requirements (e.g., inspections, survey staking, joint measurements, utility coordination, testing, and claims)
- Issue correspondence to subcontractors and vendors regarding impacts from revised plans or specifications
- Support project closeout activities
- Perform additional tasks as directed by the Project Manager
Job Requirements
- B.S. in Civil Engineering, with an emphasis in Construction Engineering and Management (CEM)
- 3–8 years of experience in heavy civil construction (office and/or field roles)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Primavera P6