Construction Project Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 8, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 8, 2026.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Construction Project Engineer for our Transportation-Construction Management team in the Denver, CO area.
The Construction Project Engineer will act as the owners representative and lead roadway and bridge transportation projects from preconstruction through final acceptance and closeout. You'll manage field inspection staff and oversee contractor operations, prepare and review progress and final estimates, evaluate change orders and claims, review schedules, interpret contract documents, check engineering calculations, and make sure projects are built in reasonable conformity with the plans and specifications. As the primary point of contact for owners, contractors, and project stakeholders, you'll own the project's success at every phase.This position will work on road and bridge projects for transportation owners. You'll work on a project-specific team as part of RS&H's growing Construction Management organization. Colorado is an emerging market for RS&H Construction Management, and this role has real potential to grow into a future leadership position and help build our presence in the region.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management from an accredited university
- 8 - 10 years of experience with major road or bridge construction. Exceptional candidates with less experience and strong construction management backgrounds will be considered
- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
- Experience managing construction projects, including contract administration, pay estimates, change orders, and schedule review
- Must obtain any required certifications and pass appropriate qualifications tests for the position in specified time frames
- Strong verbal and written communication skills required
- Valid Driver's License with a good driving record
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Ability to sit, stand, climb, bend, twist, or stoop frequently and for prolonged periods
- Ability to reach horizontally as well as vertically for required tasks
- Ability to use construction or inspection safety equipment including fall protection
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
**Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or visa transfer.**
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience leading or supervising field inspection staff
- Experience with Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, CMGC, and other alternative contract delivery methods
- Interest in growing into a leadership role and helping expand a regional Construction Management practice
- OSHA 10 hour
Benefits:
- Paid Vacation, Personal Time Off, and Holiday Pay
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
100% Employee Owned Company!
- Certification and Licensure Support
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Pet Insurance
- Cellphone Stipend
- Company Vehicle
- And much more!
If this sounds like the role for you and you're ready to join an amazing team, please apply.
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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Please note: no agency representation or submissions will be recognized for this vacancy. Candidates should apply directly to this role to be considered. It is the responsibility of all third-party recruiting and employment agencies to know and adhere to our recruiting policy.
The Team
While RS&H was founded in 1941, we have been providing construction management services as one of our primary business practices since 1984. RS&H’s Transportation-Construction Management Practice serves numerous state departments of transportation, mobility/transportation authorities, turnpike/toll authorities, rail/port authorities, municipal/county governments, and private clients throughout the United States. Our Construction Engineering and Inspections (CEI) teams as well as our Construction Management teams are industry leading experts who provide a full range of construction engineering, program management, specialized testing, and inspection services from the preconstruction phase through maintenance and operations. By joining our team, you too can provide unique expertise in the full life cycle of transportation delivery, and lead the evolution of transportation.
The Company
Employee-owned, RS&H is one of the nation’s leading architecture, engineering, and consulting firms, with associates who work hard every day to create tomorrow together. We offer an exceptional journey from start to future. Our integrated teams translate experience into insight, turn challenges into opportunities, and build relationships that are as strong as the buildings and infrastructure we deliver together. We attribute our success to our unwavering commitment to our core values: integrity, accountability, curiosity, and teamwork.