SENIOR PROJECT ENGINEER - HEAVY CIVIL Los Angeles, CA Salary: $120,000 - $140,000 + Benefits + Vehicle Program
Benefits
Medical, dental & vision insurance
401(k) with match + ESOP
PTO + paid holidays
Life & disability insurance
Vehicle allowance + fuel card OR company truck + fuel card
A top-tier heavy civil contractor is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to support large, high-traffic urban highway and interchange improvement projects throughout the Los Angeles region. This is a hands-on leadership role supporting major structural and roadway scopes.
Project Work You'll Support Regional heavy civil programs include:
Reconfiguration of a major interchange serving port and freight corridors, including new ramps, roadway realignments, seismic improvements and utility systems
Multi-mile corridor widening involving bridge modifications, retaining walls, drainage systems and electrical infrastructure upgrades
Final close-out on recent freeway connector and structure replacement work
Responsibilities
Lead engineering coordination across structural, roadway and utility scopes
Manage RFIs, submittals, design clarifications and interface with consultants
Oversee cost tracking, forecasting and pay-application support
Assist in subcontractor management and field coordination
Support schedule development, look-ahead planning and sequencing
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance
Qualifications
5 years' heavy civil experience, preferably on bridge, interchange or corridor projects
Bachelor's in engineering or construction management preferred
Strong field coordination and structural knowledge
Proficiency with construction software (Bluebeam, P6, Procore)