Senior Project Engineer

Company: The Middlesex Corporation
Location: Norwalk
Posted on: January 7, 2026

Job Description:

The Middlesex Corporation is a nationally recognized and award-winning leader in the heavy civil construction industry. Since 1972, the family business founded by Robert W. Pereira has developed an extensive client and project list through its consistent efforts to safely build America’s infrastructure. The Middlesex Corporation specializes in building and reconstructing highways, bridges, marine, rail, and transit facilities through its collaborative team approach and focus on core values. In addition, Middlesex Asphalt in Central Florida is one of the largest and most productive asphalt plants in the United States with Middlesex Paving earning an equally solid regional presence and reputation. Position Summary: As a Senior Project Engineer you will play a critical role in the overall leadership and successful and timely delivery of complex multimillion-dollar fast-track, complex heavy-civil, highway and bridge projects from pre-construction stage through project execution and completion. Responsibilities: Comply with (and actively promote) all Safety policies and procedures including reporting all accidents, incidents and near-misses to ensure adherence to our Number One Core Value – Safety first, in everything we do. Performing, managing or a combination thereof (depending on the complexity or magnitude of the project(s): Actively promote and carry out company Safety Policies and Procedures and ensure adherence to our The Middlesex Corporation’s Number One Core Value - “Safety First, In Everything We Do”. Provide leadership and management of high-performing project field engineers or other project staff. Cooperatively participate in the development, implementation, and execution of innovative means, methods, and construction strategies, to perform the work safely and productively. Develop activity work plans to successfully execute the work safely and efficiently. Actively participate in the strategic development of a project management plan including development of comprehensive, CPM schedule, to include all deliverables, activity durations, work sequence, constraints, interim milestones etc., manage updates and required schedule narratives. Cooperatively participate in the development and management of project budget, manpower, equipment, subcontractors, and material resource plans. Proactively foster “win-win”, close working partnerships and maintain open communications with; JV Partners, Owners/Clients, Subcontractors, Designers, and other key project stakeholders. Actively participate in the over-all day-today operational and decision-making project management functions including accountability for project execution and P&L results. Provide leadership to ensure adherence to the company’s “core values” standards, policies, and procedures. Assist in the procurement, buy-out, and management of subcontractors, suppliers/vendors to ensure work is delivered timely, safely, and compliant to quality standards. Track and verify accuracy of project productions, cost coding of manhours, equipment and in-place quantities are documented daily. Prepare and submit accurate project cost reporting, revenue, and cash flow projections. Manage all project engineering activities that comply with the company’s process, procedures, and contractual requirements. Maintain project submittal process to ensure timely receipt, review and approval of submittals and shop drawings, as-builts, and other contract required documentation. Manage and maintain the project RFI process to ensure timely receipt, review, response close out. Implement effective project quality control and quality assurance plans to ensure work is constructed in compliance and is accurately documented through clear and traceable records keeping and reporting. Provide technical support for, construction planning, interpretation of design and the development of efficient construction methods. Manage the process to develop and produce required design, drawings, engineering calcs, for project components or activities such as crane/hoisting lifts, temporary structures or works, falsework, shoring, formwork, safety systems, etc. Manage project close-out including, timely management of punch list, commissioning, and transitional system operations turnover. Qualifications: Four-year engineering or construction management degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience. Proficient computer knowledge including Microsoft Office, BlueBeam. Preferred experience utilizing HCSS HeavyJob, Vista, CAD, P6. Minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in heavy civil construction. Comprehensive understanding of civil construction industry practices and standards. Must be able to freely access all parts of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments. Must have a valid Driver’s License. Necessary Attributes: Must possess the ability to adapt to different personalities and management styles. Team player and with a strong interpersonal skills. Ability to work with a team in an efficient and effective manner. Self-starter with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Reliance on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Dedicated and hard working. Possess strong leadership qualities. Above average organizational skills. Strong commitment to success of all. Possess a strong work ethic Demonstrate the upmost professionalism in how you represent yourself. Show quality in everything you do. Lead with integrity while producing high quality work. We offer our full-time and eligible part time team members a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry. Benefits include medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible team members and dependents, employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, top-tier 401k with matching, tuition reimbursement, industry leading referral program, and generous paid time off.

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