Summary of Position:
WaterBridge is seeking a skilled, field-driven Landfill Engineer to support and oversee construction of a new oil and gas landfill and tank bottom/slurry facility. This role is responsible for managing day-to-day field-based deliverables, ensuring construction activities are executed in alignment with design intent, project schedule, and quality standards. Working closely with the Senior Project Manager, the Project Construction Engineer serves as the primary on-the-ground technical resource, coordinating directly with contractors, subcontractors, and engineering firms to resolve field issues and drive construction progress.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Serve as the primary field representative for construction activities across civil, mechanical, and process scopes of the facility
Monitor and document daily construction progress, contractor performance, and site conditions
Review construction drawings, specifications, and submittals for compliance with design intent and project requirements
Coordinate resolution of field conflicts, RFIs (Requests for Information), and design clarifications in collaboration with engineering firms
Conduct regular site walks and quality control inspections to verify work-in-place meets design and specification requirements
Track construction schedule milestones, identify delays or deviations, and escalate issues to the Senior Project Manager with recommended corrective actions
Manage field documentation including daily reports, punch lists, material deliveries, and as-built markups
Coordinate contractor sequencing and site logistics to maintain safe and efficient construction operations
Support commissioning and startup activities, ensuring systems are installed and tested per project requirements
Enforce site safety standards and ensure all contractors adhere to applicable health, safety, and environmental regulations
Tracking heavy equipment metrics (failures, hours, repairs, etc)
Creating spreadsheets for management tracking multiple metrics for the operational facilities
Qualifications & Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline
Minimum 5–8 years of field construction experience on infrastructure, water treatment, or industrial facility projects
Hands-on experience with civil construction scope including earthwork, grading, site utilities, concrete structures, and piping systems
Familiarity with mechanical systems associated with water treatment facilities, including pumps, valves, tanks, and process equipment installation
Ability to read and interpret civil and mechanical construction drawings, specifications, and submittals
Experience managing RFIs, submittals, and field change orders in coordination with engineering teams
Strong field documentation skills including daily reports, inspection logs, and as-built tracking
Working knowledge of construction safety regulations (OSHA) and ability to enforce a safe jobsite culture
Proficiency in project management and scheduling tools (Primavera P6, MS Project, Procore, or similar)
Preferred Qualifications:
Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) designation
Experience with landfill and oil and gas reclamation facilities
Familiarity with commissioning and startup procedures for mechanical and process systems
Experience on greenfield or first-of-kind industrial facility projects
OSHA 30-hour certification
Key Competencies:
Strong field presence and ability to build productive working relationships with contractors and tradespeople
Detail-oriented with a strong sense of accountability for quality and schedule in the field
Effective communicator capable of translating field issues into clear, actionable information for project leadership
Proactive problem-solver comfortable making sound decisions in a fast-paced construction environment
Collaborative team player who operates with integrity and a commitment to safety
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