Project Engineer

Project Engineer - Site Development / Public Works

Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors, Inc., is a privately owned civil contracting firm that performs work in the public and private market, specializing in clearing, grading, underground water/utility, roadway, and wastewater plant construction throughout the Southeast. We are excited to welcome you to join our team as a Site Development Project Engineer.

At Petticoat-Schmitt, we all work together to do more than just "build things." Our focus is on building life changing infrastructure.

Our focus on professionalism, communication, safety, and timeliness has made Petticoat-Schmitt one of the most respected civil contractors in the Southeast. If you want to belong to a team that does that well every day, this company is a great fit for you.

Our clients include construction services for public works, water resources, and site development. If you have experience working in the heavy civil construction industry as a Site Prep Project Engineer, or want to grow that experience, this role will be a great fit.

You will love it here if you:

• Value Accountability to put Safety first, plan the work, communicate expectations, execute the plan, and take ownership to solve problems.
• Care about character, operate with integrity, respect others, honor commitments, always trustworthy, and practice humility – no jerks allowed.
• Work as a team, share the same vision to meet goals, develop as an individual, willing to help others succeed, and determined to do your best for the team.

You'll have success here if you value clear processes and feel qualified to do the following things:

• Have 1-3 years of experience in civil engineering or construction management (Site Development/Public Works/Utilities/DOT)
• Have a bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field)
• Understand industrial constructions principles, operations, and logistics
• Able to present leadership and management skills
• Proficient computer and software skills: MS Excel, MS Project, and Primavera P6
• Experience using construction specific software for heavy civil projects
• Able to use manual dexterity, physical stamina, lift 80 pounds, and climb ladders or scaffolding
• Analyze and forecast production budgets

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage Options: We offer multiple medical plan choices to fit your needs—including a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) that is 100% company-paid for employees (employee-only coverage).
• Dental, Vision, short/long term life insurance
• Up to $50,000 employer paid life insurance
• 401 (K) with 100% match on 4% of wage contributions
• Access to financial and health advisors
• UNLIMITED PAID TIME OFF – yes, you read that right
• Paid Holidays
• Company provided training and development programs
• Company profit sharing, inventive, and bonus programs

The Site Development Project Engineers, as well as every Petticoat-Schmitt team member, are here for more than just a paycheck. We are committed to providing excellent work, while prioritizing safety. We take our people and culture seriously. It's not about what on the wall…it's what walks down the hall. This is how we A.C.T.

Our company runs on EOS purely. That means as a member of this team, you will have a leader who:

• Gives clear directions
• Makes sure you have the necessary tools
• Acts with the greater good in mind
• Delegates appropriately
• Takes time to truly understand your role and how you can help the company
• Makes their expectations clear
• Communicates well
• Has effective meetings
• Meets one-on-one with you quarterly or more, if needed
• Rewards and recognizes your performance

Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.