Project Engineer
Job Description
Location: Long Beach, CA
Compensation: $110k-$130k
Overview
We’re looking for a skilled Project Engineer to support large-scale marine and heavy civil construction projects. This role bridges the field and office, working directly with superintendents and crews to keep operations running safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate daily field operations, labor, materials, and equipment
- Track production, quantities, and progress reports
- Lead and support safety and quality compliance (OSHA, MSHA, USACE standards)
- Perform surveying and assist with project documentation, as-builts, and reports
- Support scheduling, forecasting, and problem-solving to avoid delays
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in marine or heavy civil construction (field/project engineer, superintendent, or similar)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and construction document control
- Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a TWIC card
- Willingness to travel and work weekends as needed
Preferred: USACE project experience, EM 385-1-1 training, surveying (hydrographic/topographic), HeavyBid estimating, Primavera P6/MS Project scheduling
Meet Your Recruiter
Jamie Goldman
Executive Recruiter
Jamie comes to APS with over 15 years of Executive Recruitment and Client Management Experience working on searches to build great teams in a variety of different industries throughout her career. Prior to joining APS, Jamie owned her own Executive Search firm where she specialized in nationwide searches for Accounting, Finance, Operations, Sales, and Marketing roles. She holds an MBA in General Business and a BSBA in Marketing from the University of Central Florida. Although Jamie was born and raised in Florida, she currently resides in Las Vegas, Nevada with her two young children and Golden Retriever. Jamie is passionate about recruiting and doing what she feels is best for both her candidates and clients.