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Total Civil Construction lists this Project Engineer opportunity in ruther glen, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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$65,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr
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Location: Ruther Glen, VA; Fredericksburg, VA; & Brambleton, VA
🛑 U.S. Citizenship is required – These projects are located on military bases 🛑
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Are you a detail-driven Civil Engineer who thrives on solving complex challenges in the field? At Total Civil Construction & Engineering , we' re hiring a Project Engineer ready to integrate planning, people, and performance into outstanding project delivery.
What You’ll Do:
As a Project Engineer , you’ll be the nerve center of project operations, connecting on-site execution with budget, schedule, and design expectations. You’ll track costs, manage progress, and ensure communication between office and field stays strong and proactive.
Here’s what your day‑to‑day will look like:
Support project managers and superintendents across all phases of construction
Coordinate purchase orders and material procurement with vendors
Monitor production rates and project timelines through 3‑week lookaheads
Perform real‑time cost control and identify budget deviations early
Analyze daily schedules and progress reports to maintain project alignment
Process material orders using Heavy Job and Foundation software
Review field data for accuracy and support estimating and planning teams
Track subcontractor payments and application progress
Lead internal 3WLA meetings and ensure stakeholder alignment
Maintain and organize site documentation (plans, specs, permits, logs)
Prepare detailed cost‑to‑complete reports for financial forecasting
Propose process improvements to enhance department and project efficiency
Enforce company safety protocols and maintain project compliance
🧠What You Bring:
We’re seeking someone analytical, proactive, and fluent in both engineering and execution.
Education & Certifications:
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (Required)
Software & Systems:
Proficiency in Heavy Job , Foundation , Primavera P6 , and Procore
Advanced skills in MS Excel , Word , Outlook , and Teams
Experience & Language Skills:
Minimum 2 years of field experience in civil construction
Knowledge of underground utility, highway, and site development practices
Bilingual in English and Spanish (Preferred)
Core Skills:
Budget tracking, cost control, and schedule analysis
Strong technical writing and document control
Communication and coordination with multi‑disciplinary teams
Problem‑solving under pressure and meeting strict deadlines
Competitive salary with career progression to Project Manager
Health, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance, 401K.
Car allowance and fuel card
PTO and Sick Days
Supportive leadership and hands‑on mentorship
Exposure to major infrastructure and utility projects
Collaborative, inclusive, and innovation‑focused team
All software, laptop, licenses, and tools provided
Drug‑Free Workplace | EEO Employer: Veterans, Minorities, Women encouraged to apply
This isn’t just a job, it’s a launch pad .
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Engineering and Project Management
Industries
Civil Engineering and Construction
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Inferred benefits from the description
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Disability insurance
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Worksite address
ruther glen, VA, 22546, US
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