Project Engineer
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Description
Felix Construction has been building critical water and wastewater infrastructure since 1987, proudly serving the Phoenix and Dallas markets. We’ve kept the close, family-owned feel of our early days while earning the reputation and recognition of a leading general contractor.
Our projects are local, so you don’t live out of a suitcase — you live your life. This commitment to our team and values has earned us recognition as the #1 Top Workplace in Arizona and the #2 Top Workplace in the USA for midsize business in construction from USA Today/.
And here’s what truly sets us apart: Felix is the only General Contractor in Arizona with in-house General Contracting, Electrical, and Industrial Controls UL508A-certified panel shop—all under one roof. We’ve grown into a $200M company with 400+ employee-owners by keeping it simple: work hard, work safe, and do it right.
We Build What Matters.
Felix Construction Company is seeking an experienced Project Engineer that will assist Project Managers in the execution of water and wastewater treatment projects throughout the Phoenix metro area ($250k – $20M). This person must be self-motivated and possess strong communication/interpersonal skills.
What You'll Be Doing
- Closely work with Project Managers, Superintendents, field personnel and others involved in projects
- Learn and set up project files in accordance with company systems
- Organize vendor files, communicate clearly with vendors, draft and set up purchase orders, subcontracts, and material orders under the direction of the Project Manager
- Take responsibility for gathering, taking, and organizing project photographic documentation
- Maintain the project CPM Schedule, work with the Project Manager and Superintendent
- Learn payment application process and drafts progress billings for Project Manager review
- Attend project meetings and assume responsibility for some agenda items
- Track, review and follow up on submittals and RFIs to keep the project on track
- Assist Project Manager in creating work packages for field personnel, including coordinating with Superintendent, and creating AutoCAD drawings with details of the work to be performed
- Compile Operations and Maintenance (O&M) information from vendors
- Represent the company in a professional manner
- Work from the Felix Construction Phoenix Headquarters and job sites around the Valley
Who You Are
- Construction management, civil engineering or mechanical engineering degree required
- 2+ years of water/wastewater construction industry experience highly desired
- Advanced Excel and Adobe Acrobat or Bluebeam skills highly desired
- Basic AutoCAD experience preferred
- Able to read plans and specifications for all the disciplines on a typical water/wastewater project
- Exposure to Alternative Procurement Delivery Method (APDM) experience highly desired (CSP, CMAR, D-B, JOC, etc.)
- Take initiative and handle ambiguity well
- Work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
- Have the legal right to work in the U.S. for any employer without sponsorship
Why Join Felix Construction
Felix Construction is more than a company—we are an employer and contractor of choice with the leadership and infrastructure to sustainably execute on our growth and deliver on our brand promise. We provide the tools, support, and environment where talented individuals grow while delivering projects communities depend on. Don’t just find a job—build a future with Felix Construction. We offer:
Become an Owner, Not Just an Employee:
As a 100% employee-owned company, our success is your success. Our ESOP program is the foundation of our culture, fostering a unique environment of shared accountability, commitment, and reward.
Discretionary annual bonus program
401k with 6% employer match
Rich benefits package with substantial employer contribution
Generous Time Off Policy (PTO)
8 paid company holidays
Professional development programs, team activities, and organized volunteer initiatives
NOTICE TO EXTERNAL SEARCH FIRMS Felix Construction's Talent Acquisition team is the only authorized department to engage with and execute agreements on behalf of the company with external search firms, staffing agencies, and other third-party recruiting partners. Felix Construction does not accept unsolicited candidate submissions. We will only consider candidates submitted by agencies that have a fully executed agreement with Felix Construction on file prior to the candidate's submission.
Any candidate submitted without an active, fully executed agreement will not be considered a qualified referral, and Felix Construction assumes no obligation to pay any placement or recruiting fees. Additionally, any unsolicited resumes submitted to any Felix Construction employee—including hiring managers or other personnel—will be deemed the property of Felix Construction without any obligation to the submitting agency.
Any candidate submitted without an active, fully executed agreement will not be considered a qualified referral, and Felix Construction assumes no obligation to pay any placement or recruiting fees. Additionally, any unsolicited resumes submitted to any Felix Construction employee—including hiring managers or other personnel—will be deemed the property of Felix Construction without any obligation to the submitting agency.
Skills
As published by lever · 22 questions · 3 written answers
Basics
Resume/CV, Full name, Email, Phone, Current location, Current company, LinkedIn URL
Short answers (3)
- What date are you available to start?
- What is your desired pay range?
- Were you referred by a Felix employee? Please provide their name. optional
Pick from a list (16)
- I consent to receive information/marketing text messages from Felix Construction. I am aware that message frequency will vary and that Msg & data rates may apply. I confirm that I understand I can respond "STOP" at any time to cancel, or "HELP" at any time for help.
- What is your preferred language for communicating with a recruiter? We can accommodate both English & Spanish. optional
- Are you willing and able to pass a pre-employment drug screen?
- What type of employment are you seeking?
- Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? (Yes/No)
- Will you now or in the future require sponsorship? (Yes/No)
- Are you at least 18 years of age and have a valid driver license?
- Have you worked for our company before?
- How did you first become aware of Felix Construction? optional
- What ultimately led you to apply? optional
- Do you have prior experience working for a General Contractor? optional
- What project types have you supported most? optional
- What Alternative Project Delivery Methods (APDM) do you have experience with or exposure to? optional
- Do you have prior experience on water/wastewater construction projects? optional
- Have you worked on projects involving pump stations, treatment facilities, or underground utilities? optional
- Do you have experience reading and interpreting blueprints or construction drawings? optional
Written answers (3)
- What is your current address (please include city, state and zip code)?
- If yes, provide dates, position, and reason for leaving. optional
- What construction management software have you used? optional