Project Engineer - Construction

Project Engineer - Construction

Department: Community Infrastructure

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Monroe, MI

Reporting To: Jesse Duff

Description

Are you a trailblazer who thrives on turning ideas into reality? Ready to hit the road to success? Fehr Graham is a fast-growing Midwest engineering environmental firm looking for a motivated Project Engineer - Construction Services who is a proven leader, mentor and strategic thinker. If you are eager to spearhead the development and expansion of our construction engineering team, this is the position for you.

What's in it for you?

We offer an exciting and engaging work environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities. At Fehr Graham, we don't just manage projects - we bring them to life! This position will put you in the driver's seat to steer our construction projects to success. If you have a passion for transforming concepts into tangible achievements and hope to accelerate your career, we want you on our team.

Where you'll work

The position is based in our Monroe, WI office. At Fehr Graham, we pride ourselves on delivering personalized attention and building trust with our clients. We believe in the power of skilled professionals who provide exceptional service. We also believe in work-life balance, and that includes injecting a healthy dose of fun into everything we do. It's even part of our Core Values! We celebrate milestones and enjoy friendly team-building activities and office outings after work. A happy and engaged work team is a successful one. Each of our offices brings an environment filled with positive energy and enthusiasm. We encourage our teams to connect on multiple levels and support each other's personal and professional growth.

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What you'll do

Fehr Graham is seeking an experienced and detail-driven Project Engineer to join our Monroe, WI office. In this key role, you will oversee the daily operations of construction projects, serving as the on-site engineer and primary liaison between contractors, clients, and internal teams. The ideal candidate will bring experience with WisDOT and/or IDOT projects, a strong understanding of civil construction practices, and a passion for delivering quality infrastructure improvements.

This position offers the opportunity to lead impactful transportation and municipal projects across Wisconsin and northern Illinois, ensuring they are completed on time, on budget, and in compliance with all applicable standards and specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary on-site representative for construction projects, ensuring compliance with contract documents, specifications, and regulatory standards.
• Manage and oversee day-to-day field operations for roadways, bridges, utility installations, and other civil infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate with contractors, subconsultants, municipal clients, and regulatory agencies to resolve issues and maintain project progress.
• Perform and document field inspections, materials testing, and quality control procedures.
• Monitor construction schedules and budgets; proactively identify and address potential delays or overruns.
• Maintain accurate project records, field notes, daily reports, and change documentation.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and project-specific requirements.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to field staff and engineering interns.
• Support project managers with closeout documentation, punch lists, and final inspections.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred.
• Licensed EIT preferred, Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in construction engineering, including roadway or municipal infrastructure projects.
• Experience with WisDOT and/or IDOT projects, specifications, and documentation procedures is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in construction inspection, documentation, and contract administration.
• Familiarity with field tools and software such as AASHTOWare Project, Microsoft Excel, and CAD-based systems.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites in the region.

What you'll get

You'll have plenty of opportunities to grow professionally at our progressive firm, which started in 1973. Our people-first organization is focused on giving our employees the opportunity for growth. In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer:

• Medical/dental/vision
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Profit-sharing bonus plan
• Paid time off
• An awesome work environment.

Learn more about Fehr Graham's people, culture and projects on our website.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Fehr Graham provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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