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Appleton Finn

Senior Project Engineer

Appleton Finn, Denver

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Senior Project Engineer | Heavy Civil Construction | Colorado-Based


A leading ENR-ranked heavy civil general contractor with a strong presence across Colorado is confidentially seeking a Senior Project Engineer to support ongoing transportation and

infrastructure projects across the Front Range.


This position is ideal for professionals with 6+ years of field-based civil construction experience , particularly those who have worked on roadways, bridge programs, and underground utility scopes . The role offers a balance of office and field work , with assignments across Denver, Colorado Springs, and Northern Colorado.


The company is known for a strong internal culture, long-term career development, and delivering complex DOT projects across the region.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Support full project lifecycle—preconstruction through closeout—across multiple infrastructure projects
  • Assist with estimating, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and subcontractor management
  • Coordinate field activities and logistics with superintendents and foremen
  • Manage documentation, safety compliance, contract changes, and stakeholder communication
  • Ensure work is completed to plan specs, on schedule, and within budget
  • Represent the company in client meetings, inspections, and preconstruction planning
  • Leverage project controls tools and platforms (Viewpoint proficiency is a plus)
  • Lead internal planning on traffic control, erosion control, haul roads, and safety compliance


Qualifications:

  • 6+ years of heavy civil project engineering experience (highways, bridges, underground utilities preferred)
  • Bachelor’s in Construction Management or Civil Engineering
  • Demonstrated success working on DOT and public works programs
  • Ability to communicate effectively with field teams, subcontractors, and clients
  • Self-starter with strong problem-solving ability and a desire for long-term growth


Compensation Range: $100,000 – $130,000 (based on experience)

Location: Colorado Front Range (Office based in South Denver; project travel across the region required)


This opportunity is ideal for candidates who want to step into a high-visibility engineering role with upward mobility in a well-established civil contractor. Interested candidates must demonstrate leadership ability and a desire to grow within an organization that builds some of the region’s most critical infrastructure.