About the Company

Penhall Company has more than 65 years of experience in concrete services and is a North American leader in concrete cutting, coring, scanning, and demolition. The company serves the construction industry with a focus on safety, precision, and efficient project execution. Penhall Company was ranked third in demolition in ENR's 2023 Top Specialty Contractors.

About the Role

Penhall Company is seeking a Project Engineer to support complex heavy civil infrastructure projects within its Major Projects group. This full-time position involves coordinating field operations, monitoring project costs, supporting schedules, and maintaining accurate project documentation. The Project Engineer works closely with field teams, project managers, general contractors, and clients to help keep projects safe, organized, on schedule, and within budget. The role combines project coordination with hands-on support for construction operations. The successful candidate will assist with cost tracking, contract administration, production reporting, and field problem-solving while coordinating with internal teams, including estimating, safety, and equipment. Although the position offers remote work flexibility depending on project requirements, travel to construction sites nationwide is required.

Key Responsibilities

Support the planning and execution of large-scale construction projects using established project management principles and methodologies. Assist with daily field operations, including labor and equipment coordination and production tracking. Review project plans, specifications, and subcontract requirements to support effective project execution. Track production, project costs, and manhours against budgets, and assist with job cost reporting, forecasting, and cost-to-complete projections. Support project scheduling, prepare short-term lookaheads, and coordinate work sequencing with field teams and general contractors. Identify field issues, project risks, and operational inefficiencies, and help develop practical solutions. Assist with contract administration, including reviewing contract documents, requests for information (RFIs), change orders, and delay notices. Maintain accurate project records, including drawings, submittals, RFIs, and daily reports. Ensure field teams use current document revisions and maintain proper version control. Coordinate with estimating, safety, equipment, and other internal teams to support project delivery. Promote a strong safety culture and support compliance with project-specific safety and environmental requirements.

Required Qualifications

Experience supporting construction field operations, cost tracking, and project coordination. Understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents. Knowledge of job costing, cost tracking, and project reporting. Experience supporting project scheduling and field coordination. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with field crews, management, and clients. Problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing project demands and priorities. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, field-driven environment. Ability to travel to project sites nationwide as required. Ability to work extended hours and weekends when necessary to meet project deadlines. Preferred Qualifications / Requirements Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent field experience. Two or more years of construction experience, preferably in heavy civil, infrastructure, or self-perform construction environments. Experience in demolition or concrete-related construction. Familiarity with construction management software. Physical Requirements Ability to sit for extended periods and work at a computer. Ability to walk job sites and navigate active construction environments. Ability to lift up to 15 pounds when required. Location and Work Arrangement Location: Irving, Texas 75044, United States. Work arrangement: Remote flexibility based on project phase and business needs. Employment type: Full-time. Travel: Nationwide travel as required by project demands, including short-term site visits, intermittent travel, or extended on-site assignments. Per diem, lodging, and travel accommodations are provided as applicable. Salary & Benefits Compensation: Salary details are not specified in the listing. Medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and long-term disability (LTD) insurance. Paid sick leave and paid vacation. 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contributions. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Opportunities for professional development, career growth, and internal promotion. Equal Opportunity / EEO Penhall Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, compensation inquiries, discussions or disclosures, gender identity or expression, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class under applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. AI-Assisted Hiring Disclosure Penhall Company may use artificial intelligence, machine learning, and automated decision-making tools to assist with reviewing applications, resumes, assessments, and candidate qualifications. These tools support the hiring process but are not used as the sole basis for employment decisions. Final employment decisions are made by qualified company representatives, with human oversight maintained throughout the process. Applicants may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations, alternative evaluation methods, or additional information about the use of automated tools.