Project Engineer (Marine Construction)

Summary

Our client in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Project Engineer to support marine construction projects. This role focuses on field coordination, production tracking, safety compliance, and ensuring work is completed efficiently and according to project specifications. The Project Engineer will serve as the communication link between the field and office, support superintendents and foremen, maintain production records, assist with scheduling and materials, and may serve as the SSHO or QC Manager on USACE projects in compliance with EM 385-1-1 requirements.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Quality & Safety Compliance

  • Enforce MSHA, OSHA, Corps of Engineers, and company safety policies

  • Participate in and lead safety meetings

  • Monitor field activities for compliance

  • Prepare and maintain required safety documentation

  • Support quality standards and ensure work meets project specifications

• Field Coordination

  • Assist superintendent and foremen with planning and executing daily tasks

  • Coordinate labor, equipment, and materials

  • Communicate with Project Manager and quarry operations for material sourcing

  • Verify field conditions and adjust work plans as needed for safety and efficiency

• Production Tracking & Reporting

  • Maintain detailed daily logs of crew activities, production quantities, and equipment usage

  • Track material quantities and document for payment

  • Monitor progress against production goals and report variances

• Surveying

  • Perform progress surveys to verify installation of work

  • Prepare cross sections and bathymetry maps

  • Support project documentation for Project Manager and client

• Scheduling & Planning

  • Assist in preparing, updating, and maintaining project schedules

  • Identify potential delays and help develop corrective actions

• Other Duties

  • Provide technical support for layout, surveying, and documentation

  • Assist with project documentation such as as-builts and progress photos

  • Ability to work out of town for extended periods (accommodations provided)

  • Weekend work may be required depending on project needs

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

  • Minimum 5 years of combined marine or heavy civil construction experience (Field Engineer, Project Engineer, Superintendent, Construction Manager, or PM roles)

  • Valid California Driver’s License meeting company fleet standards

  • Ability to obtain TWIC credential

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam

  • Strong construction document control experience (RFIs, submittals, change orders, progress payments, contracts)

• Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working on USACE projects

  • Familiarity with EM 385-1-1 requirements

  • Completed EM 385-1-1 training for SSHO or QC roles

  • Surveying experience (hydrographic or topographic)

  • Experience with Hypack

  • Estimating experience using HeavyBid

  • Scheduling experience using Excel, MS Project, and Primavera P6

• Physical Requirements

  • Ability to walk, bend, squat, lift, push, pull, and climb frequently

  • Ability to lift 50 lbs

  • Ability to communicate effectively

  • Ability to climb in and out of marine equipment