Project Engineer - Dredging

Now Hiring: Project Engineer - Dredging Division

As the marine construction and dredging industry continues to grow, so does our team. We're currently looking for a Project Engineer to join us and help lead critical field operations.

In this role, you'll be responsible for conducting hydrographic surveys (multibeam and/or single beam), managing and processing survey data, and preparing daily production reports related to dredging time, volume, and work completed. You'll also provide key technical support to dredge crews, ensuring they have the information needed to operate efficiently and safely each day.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform and process multibeam and/or single beam hydrographic surveys
• Create and manage survey files and project data
• Provide daily production reporting for active dredging operations
• Support field crews with technical insight and plan coordination

Location:

This position is based primarily in the Southeast United States (Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama, Louisiana, Texas) but will occasionally require travel to project sites throughout the country. Onsite presence during dredging operations is

essential.

Preferred Skills & Tools:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat
• Familiarity with GPS, RTK, and R2 Sonic setup.
• Familiarity with Hypack, AutoCAD, HCSS HeavyJob, and Vista is a strong plus
• Solid organizational and communication skills
• Field-savvy and ready to adapt to a dynamic work environment

Full Position Summary:

As a Project Engineer, you will coordinate and oversee the planning, organization, and execution of engineering tasks across assigned dredging and marine construction projects. You'll exercise both field and office-based responsibilities to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and in compliance with safety and quality standards. This role may include supervising junior staff or subcontractors.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Hydrographic Surveying

Conduct multibeam and/or single beam hydrographic surveys, and process survey data to generate accurate and usable products for field, engineering, and reporting use.

Topographic / RTK Surveying

Conduct topographic surveys and process survey data to generate accurate and usable products for beach and upland fill sites is a strong plus.

Survey Data & File Management

Maintain organized survey files and records for all project-related activities to support planning, reporting, and compliance.

Survey Control & Positioning Systems

Set up and quality-check project survey control points. Configure and verify GPS-based equipment positioning systems, ensuring accurate integration with hardware and software.

Project Documentation & Submittals

Prepare and submit project submittals, including Work Plans, Quality Control Plans, Safety Plans, and Environmental Plans. Maintain the submittal log to track approvals and updates.

Project Coordination & Administration

Support the development and tracking of RFIs, project schedules, and cost projections. Assist with coordination between field and office teams to ensure effective communication and execution.

Production Tracking & Reporting

Monitor and report daily productivity on project activities to the Operations team. Identify and address deviations from plan in a timely manner.

Contract Documentation Support

Assist in the preparation and pricing of Contract Change Orders, helping to document and justify scope adjustments or additional work.

Monthly Project Financials

Contribute to the preparation and tracking of:

• Monthly pay estimates
• Actual vs. budget cost reports
• Estimated cost and revenue-at-completion reports
• Revenue adjustments due to quantity variations and delivery changes

Key Competencies

Clear Communication

Communicate effectively in both writing and speech. Prepares concise status reports, speaks with clarity and professionalism, listens attentively, and shares information tactfully and candidly.

Problem Solving & Critical Thinking

Tackles complex challenges by analyzing information, evaluating options, and implementing effective solutions. Shows initiative and sound judgment in resolving difficult issues.

Resource Management

Ensure proper selection, use, and care of tools, equipment, and materials to maximize efficiency and meet project needs.

Attention to Detail

Consistently delivers high-quality work by thoroughly checking for accuracy and completeness. Takes pride in precision and execution.

Team Collaboration

Builds strong working relationships, encourages open communication, and promotes a positive, collaborative team environment to achieve shared goals.

Time Management & Prioritization

Efficiently manages time and competing priorities. Demonstrates adaptability, resourcefulness, and the ability to stay organized in dynamic field conditions.

Environmental, Health & Safety Awareness

Maintains a strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards. Integrates safe work practices and sustainability into all phases of project design and execution.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

• Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree (B. A. or B.S.) from four-year college; Associate degree(A.A. or A.S.) in Construction Management, Surveying, or Similar Fields; at least three years' experience with project engineering in Marine Construction or Dredging without a degree; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Language Ability: strong written and verbal communication skills in order to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients and customers.
• Reasoning Ability: ability to solve practical problems and interpret a variety of instructions given in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

• Computer Skills: to perform this job successfully, an individual should be Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat
• Familiarity with Hypack, AutoCAD, HCSS HeavyJob, and Vista is a strong plus

• Physical Presence: Regular and predictable physical presence at assigned work location is an essential qualification for this position due to the importance of the team-related aspects of the essential duties, the aggressive timeframes under which the employee will operate, and the need for face-to-face interaction with employees in order to properly perform job-related functions.
• Ability to travel, as needed, for projects. Regular schedule is 19 days on, 9 days off. Per-diem provided when traveling for assigned projects.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This position entails giving verbal and written direction to onsite surveyors and subcontractors.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle or feel.
• The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently inspect the project and may be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

Pay Range: $85,000 - $110,000 per year