Utilitra · 4 hours ago
Construction Services Project Engineer
Edwardsville, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$60K/yr - $75K/yrUtilitra is committed to providing utility construction services and is seeking a Construction Services Project Engineer to support project efforts from both technical and administrative perspectives. The role involves collaborating with internal teams, managing project scopes, and ensuring successful delivery of utility construction projects.
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Responsibilities
Collaborate across internal teams - leadership, estimating, and operations - to align bid strategy and project delivery with client expectations
Review specifications and drawings to determine project scope and prepare accurate takeoffs and cost estimates
Analyze labor, equipment, and material needs; solicit competitive pricing from vendors and subcontractors
Participate in proposal development, RFP responses, and bid presentations
Interpret plans and contracts for internal teams and external partners; resolve conflicts proactively
Secure and maintain all required permits and inspections for assigned projects
Coordinate utility locate process
Assess risks and provide input on schedule feasibility and constructability
Develop submittal packages and assist in the material and equipment procurement process
Issue and track Requests for Information
Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and enforce quality and safety standards
Assist in identifying changes in the work, delays, and scope deviations; communicate impacts clearly to all stakeholders, internal and external
Participate in jobsite meetings and provide regular project updates to clients. Write and issue meeting minutes and other project documentation
Coordinate with operations, project accounting, and field teams for accurate billing and cost tracking
Perform project gap analyses to compare actual performance against estimates
Lead closeout activities including punch lists, inspections, and final documentation
Document lessons learned and share insights to improve future project delivery
Enforce Utilitra's safety protocols and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and quality control measures
Promote a safety-first culture through training, leadership, and accountability
Take immediate action to stop unsafe work and implement corrective measures when necessary
Represent Utilitra in a professional manner within the industry and community
Demonstrate a strong desire to learn about infrastructure construction, become proficient in company specific software and to develop industry relationships
Crosstrain in all facets of the Department, preparing to fill in for anyone absent and grow in responsibility and scope over time
Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of software
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and contracts
OSHA 30 certification (or willingness to complete within one (1) year)
Ability to work on-site and in-office in varying environmental conditions
Must be able to walk, kneel, climb, and inspect active job sites
A valid driver's license with a clean driving record is required
Travel is required up to 25% of the time to active job sites, client meetings, and company offices
Benefits
Company-paid health insurance (medical, vision, dental, short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance are provided)
100% 401k match (up to 5% of salary)
Paid holidays
Paid personal/sick leave
Paid vacation
Paid parental leave
Educational assistance
Various discount programs
Company
Utilitra
Utilitra is a construction company specializing in utility and technology solutions.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Candy Fowler
President & CEO
Bailey Spotanski, CPA (Inactive)
Controller/CFO
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