Project Engineer

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Job Title: Project Engineer – Civil Earthwork
Location: Reno, Nevada
Salary: $70,000–$90,000 annually (DOE)
Employment Type: Full-Time | Field & Office-Based

Position Summary:

We are urgently hiring a Project Engineer with hands-on experience in dirt—mass grading, excavation, and earthwork—to support large-scale civil projects across the Western U.S. This is not just a behind-the-desk job. We're looking for someone who thrives in the field, collaborates well with crews, and is ready to learn from a seasoned Project Manager.

If you love earthmoving, want to get exposure to high-impact projects, and are ready to grow your career in a boots-on-the-ground role, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate daily with the Project Manager to support grading, excavation, and site development projects.

• Track field production, quantities, and job costs using HCSS (HeavyJob), Excel, and other tools.

• Assist in preparing daily field reports, RFIs, submittals, pre-task plans, and project schedules.

• Review civil plans and grading sheets to identify field requirements, conflicts, and optimization opportunities.

• Coordinate with surveyors, foremen, and subcontractors to align on scope, timeline, and execution.

• Support quality inspections, environmental compliance checks, and jobsite safety protocols.

• Maintain accurate and timely project documentation and assist with closeout packages.

• Participate in pre-construction walks, weekly coordination meetings, and field engineering tasks.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field . Equivalent field experience strongly considered.

• 1–3 years of experience in civil construction, preferably with a focus on earthwork, grading, or mass excavation.

• Proficiency in HCSS (HeavyJob), Excel, and Bluebeam; Procore experience is a plus.

• Ability to interpret civil drawings, cut/fill maps, and utility layouts.

• Strong communication and time management skills.

• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering results.

• Willingness to work on active job sites and travel to projects across the Western U.S.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base Salary: $70,000–$90,000 annually, depending on experience

• Performance-Based Bonuses

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Significant opportunity for growth into Project Management

?? We’re hiring NOW — apply today if you're ready to build your future in dirt.