Civil Project Engineer Jobs in Texas
Civil project engineer jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, with strong demand concentrated in transportation infrastructure, water and wastewater systems, land development, and energy corridor projects at every level from entry-level EIT to senior project lead. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Austin account for the largest share of openings, where employers like Jacobs, Freese and Nichols, and Kimley-Horn maintain deep Texas operations. Demand is especially consistent for engineers with experience in TxDOT-funded roadway projects, drainage design, and municipal utility work. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Project Engineer – Heavy Civil Construction
McMillen, Inc. is looking for a Project Engineer. Our Construction Engineers provide project planning, scheduling, procurement, and related technical and administrative support to lead individuals on the project. This position works closely with the project manager, superintendent, foremen and crews to support the overall needs of the project.
This position will be on site in our Dallas, TX office and will require travel to assigned project on an as needed basis.
All Construction Division offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen. In accordance with client requirements, security clearance is required and is determined based on background check results.
Responsibilities:
- Performs scheduling of the project.
- Manages revenue, cost, and cash flow.
- Contracts, manages and coordinates sub-contractors and product vendors.
- Participates in the preparation and implementation of permanent design management and quality control.
- Oversees project closeout.
- Maintains close contact and good working relationships with client representatives.
- Assists in Operations planning.
- Administers contracts and subcontracts.
- Trains and directs Field Engineers.
- Develops and maintains owner relations.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree is highly desired in the related fields of Construction Management or Engineering.
- Project Engineer: 12+ years of experience working in construction.
- Ability to read, analyze, and identify discrepancies on engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents.
- An excellent understanding of pre-construction and construction processes.
- Must work collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation.
- Respectfully takes direction and adheres to feedback from site superintendent and project managers.
- Maintains punctual, regular and predictable attendance in accordance with project and company work hours.
- Strong computer skills with MS Office, Primavera is a plus, Heavy Job/Heavy Bid is a plus.
- Working experience managing engineers.
Physical and Emotional 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The inability to cope with a stressful work environment does not constitute a protected disability.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Must be able to travel with luggage and be able to transport materials and personal overnight supplies. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Compensation Package:
- Pay Range: $120,000 - $130,000 (DOE)
- Benefits: McMillen provides a full Benefits Program comprising medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, EAP, 401(k) and match, 9 paid holidays, generous PTO, opportunity for stock ownership, and wellness reimbursement.
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Temporary Away from Home Assignment Benefits: Field Engineers assigned to projects more than 70 miles from their residence are eligible for:
- Weekly Subsistence: For housing and meals.
- Home Leave: Monthly home rotation, travel reimbursement up to $500, and 16 hours of time off.
EEO: McMillen, Inc. is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment related decisions without race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Visa sponsorship, including renewal during employment, will not be provided for this position.
No recruiters, please.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services20
- Construction & Real Estate7
- Staffing & Recruiting3
- Healthcare & Medical Services3
- Energy2
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in civil project engineer jobs across Texas.
- Texas PE license or active EIT registration with a clear path to licensure
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and project management software such as Primavera or MS Project
- Experience preparing construction documents, plans, and specifications for public or private clients
- Familiarity with TxDOT standards, local municipal codes, and Texas drainage design criteria
- Strong ability to coordinate with contractors, subconsultants, and public agency reviewers
Civil Project Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a civil project engineer in Texas?
You become a civil project engineer in Texas by earning a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program, then passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to earn your Engineer-in-Training registration through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. After gaining the required experience under a licensed PE, you sit for the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam to obtain your Texas Professional Engineer license, which most project-level roles require.
How much do civil project engineers make in Texas?
Civil project engineers in Texas earn a median of about $96,860 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,240 for the lowest 10% to over $164,330 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire civil project engineers in Texas?
Employers hiring civil project engineers in Texas right now include Primoris Services Corporation, Westwood Professional Services, and Garver, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's dense network of municipal clients, TxDOT regional offices, and private land developers keeps engineering consulting firms and public works departments actively recruiting throughout the year.
Which Texas cities have the most civil project engineer jobs?
Houston, Dallas, and Austin have the most civil project engineer openings in Texas. Houston's concentration of energy infrastructure and Port expansion projects drives much of that market, while Dallas-Fort Worth's rapid population growth fuels continuous roadway and land development work, and Austin's ongoing urban build-out keeps municipal and utility engineering firms consistently staffed.
Are there remote civil project engineer jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Civil project engineering is fundamentally a field-facing and client-coordination role, so most positions require regular site visits or in-office collaboration. About 24% of civil project engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to be scoped to design tasks, plan production, or project controls work that can be done off-site between site visits.
How can I get hired as a civil project engineer in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to engineering consulting firms as a staff engineer or EIT, since large Texas-based firms like Freese and Nichols, Kimley-Horn, and Lockwood Andrews and Newnam run structured new-graduate programs with mentored project exposure. Roles titled project engineer I, staff civil engineer, or design engineer are the typical entry points. Passing the FE exam and holding an active EIT registration through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors gives candidates a clear credential edge over applicants without it.
Where can I find and apply to civil project engineer jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to civil project engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Texas employers and projects. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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