Project Engineer at Felix Construction Company in Phoenix, AZ

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/AZcentral.com.

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