Project Engineer

Stratus Staffing’s Project Engineer position offers a unique blend of hands-on coordination and leadership within heavy civil projects, focusing on underground utilities and earthwork. This role emphasizes safety adherence and proactive communication, setting it apart by promoting professional growth in a supportive environment specific to the Kingman-Flagstaff region.

Flagstaff’s terrain and climate present challenges such as erosion control and seasonal weather impacts. A Project Engineer must skillfully coordinate traffic management and equipment mobilization while ensuring compliance with OSHA standards, adapting plans dynamically to maintain timelines and budgets amid these local environmental factors.

Locally favored credentials often include OSHA safety certifications and project management experience tailored to civil infrastructure. A bachelor’s in civil engineering or construction management is crucial, with additional skills in tools like Viewpoint enhancing eligibility for roles focused on underground utilities and complex earthwork projects.

Unlike purely design-focused engineers, this role demands active field coordination with superintendents and subcontractors, managing scope changes, scheduling, and budget adherence. The Project Engineer integrates quality control and safety compliance directly on-site, bridging communication between project managers and field teams for seamless execution.

Project Engineers often progress toward senior project management or specialized roles in infrastructure development. Gaining experience in alternative delivery methods like design-build enhances advancement opportunities, while mastering tools such as Viewpoint and honing leadership skills are critical for upward mobility in the construction sector.

Stratus Staffing fosters growth by placing Project Engineers in diverse heavy civil projects across the Kingman-Flagstaff region, encouraging autonomy and skill-building in managing complex tasks. The company’s emphasis on safety and quality cultivates a learning environment where engineers refine problem-solving and project control techniques under seasoned mentorship.

Candidates can expect a competitive salary between $80,000 and $110,000 annually, reflective of experience and qualifications. This range aligns with regional heavy civil construction standards and includes potential relocation assistance, making the offer attractive for engineers with 3+ years of relevant field expertise.

This role acts as a pivotal liaison, ensuring daily coordination with superintendents, foremen, and project managers. Responsibilities include managing materials, subcontractors, and scheduling while maintaining compliance with safety protocols, enabling smooth project delivery on time and within budget in demanding heavy civil construction environments.

Flagstaff’s expanding infrastructure needs drive consistent demand for skilled Project Engineers, especially in heavy civil construction. The region’s focus on underground utilities and highways fuels hiring, with employers seeking candidates adept in both project control and compliance with local safety regulations.

Proficiency in Viewpoint software for project documentation and cost tracking is highly valued. Additionally, strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills enable effective management of scope changes and scheduling. Familiarity with OSHA standards and alternative project delivery methods significantly boosts performance in this role.