Project Engineer III

Overview

At UES, we're a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose-to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.

The Project Engineer III is a senior technical expert and project leader responsible for overseeing complex

engineering assignments, guiding cross-functional teams, and ensuring the technical excellence of deliverables.

This role plays a key part in client engagement, staff mentorship, project strategy, and business development

efforts.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, planning, and execution of complex engineering projects across disciplines or regions.

Oversee full project lifecycles including budgeting, risk mitigation, technical delivery, and quality

assurance

Prepare, review, and sign off on technical reports, calculations, and design documents.

Supervise and mentor a team of engineers and technicians, providing performance feedback and

coaching.

Ensure projects meet scope, schedule, safety, quality, and regulatory expectations

Interface directly with clients, regulatory agencies, and senior leadership to ensure project alignment and

client satisfaction

Identify business opportunities and contribute to strategic project pursuits and proposals

Drive innovation, process improvements, and integration across departments or offices.

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Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Construction, or Geotechnical Engineering (Master's preferred)

10+ years of engineering experience with increasing responsibility.

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required

Demonstrated expertise in engineering design, project management, and client interaction.

Proficiency in technical software and tools used in the engineering discipline

Excellent leadership, communication, and business acumen.

Ability to manage multiple projects and teams across locations.

Pay Range

USD $115,000.00 - USD $150,000.00 /Yr.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• This position primarily operates in a remote work environment, requiring the ability to perform job

responsibilities from a home office setting with reliable internet access.

• Work is conducted using a computer, phone, and virtual collaboration tools, with regular communication

with team members, clients, and stakeholders.

• Employees are expected to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic setting that may involve virtual meetings,

deadlines, and independent work.

• While the work environment is typically climate-controlled, employees must ensure an appropriate and

professional home office setup.

Who We Are

UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement here

ID 2025-2272

Position Type Full-Time

Location US-AZ-Phoenix

Job Locations US-AZ-Phoenix