Construction Engineer

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As a Construction Engineer, you’ll be at the heart of turning transportation projects from plans into reality. You’ll coordinate teams, evaluate structural, material, and design conditions, and tackle complex challenges to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. Acting as the bridge between design and execution, you’ll monitor progress, keep projects on track, and provide informed recommendations that drive successful outcomes at every stage.

Your expertise will directly contribute to building infrastructure that meets client expectations and stands the test of time.

• Apply local, state, and federal specifications in the field, guiding contractors and resolving challenges to deliver projects that meet high standards for design, safety, and quality.
• Investigate construction obstacles related to design, materials, or site conditions, providing practical, proactive solutions that keep projects on schedule and within budget.
• Advise clients on innovative construction methods, materials, and strategies to optimize outcomes, accelerate schedules, reduce risks, and control costs.
• Partner with clients, contractors, and internal teams to navigate complex issues, implement plan adjustments, and ensure smooth project execution from start to finish.
• Inspect and monitor contractor work, perform quality assurance checks, verify tolerances, and document compliance with plans, specifications, and regulations.
• Apply expertise in structures, materials, soils, water, and foundations to provide technical guidance, solve challenging problems, and coordinate subconsultants for superior project delivery.
• Lead progress meetings, respond to complex field situations, exercise independent judgment, and maintain detailed project documentation, including “Lessons Learned” to improve future work.
• Contribute technical insight and practical recommendations to enhance project efficiency, outcomes, and safety, while making a meaningful impact on every project phase.

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree or equivalent in Engineering is required;
  Civil Engineering is strongly preferred.
• Up to 5 years of construction observation experience with moderately complex plans is preferred, offering hands‑on exposure to real‑world projects.
• Familiarity with documentation standards and inspection procedures to support accurate, compliant project delivery is preferred.
• Strong time management, clear communication, and solid technical skills are essential for success in this role.
• Experience with equipment commonly used for engineering‑related tests and analysis is required.
• Proficiency with the MS Office suite is required to efficiently manage project documentation and reporting.

• It's your chance to join one of the country's longest operating engineering firms and a leader in local markets in design engineering and construction with over 700 employees in 23 offices around the nation.
• Not only does HR Green provide you with a place to grow, thrive, and enjoy your work, but we are also dedicated to delivering a comprehensive and multi‑faceted benefits package. We invest in our people with a comprehensive total rewards package that supports both your career and your life outside of work, including:
• Employee ownership opportunities
• Performance‑based bonus program
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans with immediate vesting of employer match
• Tuition reimbursement for continued learning
• Two days of paid volunteer time each year
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Parental leave
• Monthly office events, including Friends giving, game nights, holiday celebrations, charitable initiatives, and team offsites

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HR Green is proud to be an affirmative action/ equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law.