What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Engineer position at Solutions Driven?
The Role
Our client is recruiting Project Engineers to support Project Managers and Superintendents on structural concrete and deep foundation projects. You'll manage day-to-day site coordination, submittals, RFIs, and safety documentation across multiple projects, gaining broad exposure to different project types and building toward a longer-term path in project management, estimating, or field leadership.
Entry-level to early-career role; candidates range from recent graduates and intern conversions through to individuals with 3–5 years' experience.
Working Model
Rotation: Three weeks on-site, long weekend off (Thursday night through Monday, back Tuesday morning). Minimum 80–90% travel, project-dependent.
Locations: Midwest; Northeast; Pacific Northwest.
Coverage: All travel, housing, meals and vehicle allowance covered.
About You
Essential
- Bachelor's in construction management, civil engineering, structural engineering, or related construction discipline; or equivalent experience
- 2 years of related construction experience (or entry-level/recent grad acceptable)
- Able to read specs and interpret blueprints
- Heavy civil/concrete or industrial construction background preferred
- Valid driver's license, acceptable driving record
- Genuinely comfortable with 80–90% travel on a three-week rotation
Preferred
- 3–5 years' experience in concrete, wastewater, or heavy civil work
- Horizontal/heavy civil background
- Skilled trades background (e.g. union masonry)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- How many years of work experience do you have with Construction?
- How many years of Project Engineer experience do you currently have?
- How many years of heavy civil experience do you have?
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 75% (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $75,000 - $115,000