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Senior Project Engineer - Deep Foundations - Draper, Utah

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Location: On Site in Draper, Utah, United States

Employment type: Full-time

Posted: 3 months ago

Why This Role Matters

Bryant Staffing Solutions is partnering with a respected heavy civil construction organization seeking a Senior Project Engineer with expertise in deep foundations and civil infrastructure projects. This role combines estimating responsibilities with project execution support, offering hands-on involvement from the bid phase through project completion.

Projects typically range from small- to mid-sized civil assignments, including deep foundations (piles and shoring), transportation infrastructure improvements, culverts, light rail-related work, small bridges, and select industrial projects. Most assignments are short-term in duration and may require travel to remote job sites for site visits and coordination.

How You'll Contribute

  • Review drawings and specifications to define project scope and prepare competitive estimates

  • Conduct quantity take-offs, analyze labor/equipment/material costs, and develop detailed bid packages Maintain accurate vendor pricing and cost documentation

  • Participate in pre-bid meetings and contribute to proposal development

  • Support field operations through RFI preparation, submittals, change order tracking, and documentation management

  • Coordinate subcontractors and assist with claims and contract administration

  • Monitor project costs weekly using project management/accounting software

  • Evaluate design alternatives and recommend cost-effective solutions

  • Assist with start-up documentation and ensure strong contractor performance ratings

What Makes You a Great Fit

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

  • 5-7 years of experience in heavy civil, deep foundations, pile and shoring, heavy highway, light rail, or industrial estimating

  • Experience as a Project Engineer in civil infrastructure or deep foundation projects

  • Strong knowledge of construction field practices and estimating methodologies

  • Proficiency in estimating, scheduling, and project management software Solid mathematical skills (geometry, ratios, take-offs, cost calculations) Experience communicating with regulatory agencies, clients, and leadership

Preferred Experience

  • Direct experience with deep foundation systems

  • Cost engineering background supporting competitive bid environments

  • Ability to travel frequently as project demands require


Required Skill Sets

  • Deep Foundations & Shoring Project Experience

  • Heavy Civil Estimating & Cost Control

  • Subcontractor Coordination & Project Documentation

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, it’s an on-site position in Draper, Utah.

Yes, paid relocation assistance is provided.

Small- to mid-sized heavy civil projects like deep foundations (piles and shoring), transportation improvements, culverts, light rail work, small bridges, and select industrial projects.

Assignments may require frequent travel to remote job sites for site visits and coordination.

You’ll handle estimating (take-offs, bids, cost analysis) and support execution with RFIs, submittals, change orders, documentation, and subcontractor coordination.

5–7 years in heavy civil estimating plus experience as a Project Engineer on civil infrastructure or deep foundation projects.

A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.

Proficiency with estimating, scheduling, and project management/accounting software.