Construction Project Engineer

Construction Project Engineer Drive Technical Excellence in Civil Infrastructure

Job Overview:

• Company: Florence Cement Company.

• Salary/Pay Rate: $80,000 - $120,000 per year plus Performance Bonus.

• Location: Metro Detroit, MI (Onsite).

• Job/Employment Type: Full-Time.

• Schedule: Monday - Friday (Weekends required during construction season).

• Project Scope: Public and Private Roadway, Excavation, and Utility Systems (Commercial, Industrial).

• Mandatory Licenses & Certifications: None Required.

The Opportunity

You will play a vital role in the technical success of large-scale civil projects, bridging the gap between field operations and project management. This position offers a direct path to leadership within a stable, third-generation family business that treats its team members like family while working on high-profile Michigan infrastructure.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Support the end-to-end project lifecycle by coordinating planning, scheduling, and critical start-up and close-out activities.

• Administer essential project documentation including change orders, pay estimates, and detailed quantity reports.

• Monitor real-time project progress to identify and resolve technical issues promptly before they impact the timeline.

• Assist in managing project budgets and cost controls to ensure all infrastructure builds remain financially viable.

• Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure material deliveries and specialized labor align with site needs.

  • Occasional site visits as projects need.

• Communicate significant project events, such as potential claims or safety issues, to management to ensure rapid response.

• Strengthen customer and owner relationships by resolving payment and quantity discrepancies with accuracy and professionalism.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management; equivalent experience will be considered.

• Ability to manage and prioritize tasks across multiple concurrent civil construction projects.

• Strong leadership capabilities with a proven track record of working effectively in a team environment.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills for professional reporting and document management.

• Must possess a valid Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• 2 or more years of experience in civil construction or heavy highway engineering.

• Proficiency with HCSS Heavy Bid, HCSS Heavy Job, and Microsoft Project.

• Technical experience with AGTEK software for earthwork and quantity takeoff is a significant plus.

• Prior experience working with MDOT specifications and reporting requirements.

Compensation & Benefits

• Weekly pay cycle with a 3% guaranteed company 401(k) contribution.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and long-term disability insurance.

  • 100% paid by the company, including spouse and family.

  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield PPO

• Generous paid time off and holidays.

• Life and Long-Term Disability insurance options.

• Paid Time Off including holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

• Company cell phone, vehicle allowance, and gas card (position dependent).

• Paid training, certifications, and mentorship programs.

About Us

Florence Cement Company is a WBENC-certified industry leader with over 60 years of excellence in building Michigan's roadways. We are a family-owned business dedicated to providing complete site packagesfrom excavation to asphalt pavingwhile fostering a growth-oriented environment for our employees. Learn more at https://www.florencecement.com....

Florence Cement Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.