Senior Project Engineer- CEI

Job Type

Full-time

Description DCCM is seeking an experienced and motivated Construction Senior Project Engineer to join our growing Construction Engineering & Inspection (CEI) team in Florida. In this leadership role, you will oversee the successful delivery of complex transportation construction projects, serving as the key liaison between owners, contractors, inspection teams, and stakeholders.

This position offers the opportunity to lead high-profile infrastructure projects that directly impact Florida's communities while working alongside a collaborative team of industry professionals committed to excellence, safety, and quality.

As a Construction Senior Project Engineer, You Will

• Provide daily oversight and administration of transportation construction projects.
• Lead and supervise project inspection staff, including a team of at least five inspectors and/or project supervisors.
• Ensure all work meets project specifications, contract requirements, safety standards, and quality expectations.
• Maintain accurate and thorough project documentation, including daily work reports, material certifications, and construction records.
• Lead weekly project progress meetings with contractors, owners, and key project stakeholders.
• Monitor and manage project budget, schedule, quality, and safety performance to ensure successful project delivery.
• Identify and resolve construction challenges through sound engineering judgment, proactive problem-solving, and effective decision-making.
• Serve as a trusted representative of the client, protecting their interests while fostering productive relationships among project partners.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with contractors, agency representatives, consultants, and other stakeholders.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of project and organizational objectives.

Requirements Required Qualifications

• Minimum of six (6) years of experience administering and overseeing transportation construction contracts for the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and/or Central Florida Expressway Authority (CFXway) in a Senior Project Engineer role.
• Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the State of Florida.
• FDOT Advanced Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) certification.
• CTQP Quality Control Manager certification, including prerequisite Level I and Level II certification in Asphalt, Concrete, Earthwork, or a related discipline.

Technical Expertise

• Strong knowledge of:

• FDOT and CFXway Standard Specifications and Standard Drawings

• Construction Project Administration Manual (CPAM)

• CFXway ACPAM requirements preferred

• Construction material sampling and testing procedures

• Transportation construction contract administration and oversight

• Experience with:

• Embankment construction

• Drainage systems and structures

• Subgrade preparation

• Asphalt and concrete pavement construction

• Maintenance of Traffic (MOT)

• Stormwater and environmental compliance measures

• Bridge foundation and bridge construction activities

• Proficiency in construction project documentation and final records preparation.