Senior Project Engineer

Apex Companies, LLC

. Serve as the Senior CEI Project Engineer and Project Administrator on transportation construction projects .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeFort Myers • Florida • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing transportation construction projects, including project delivery, compliance with FDOT standards, and effective leadership of CEI staff. Proficient in coordinating with various stakeholders and ensuring quality assurance throughout project execution.

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Bachelor's Degree In Civil EngineeringFlorida Professional Engineer (P.E.) License5+ Years Of FDOT And/Or Florida CEI ExperienceFDOT Project Administrator ExperienceExperience With SiteManager And Bluebeam

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementQuality AssuranceContract ComplianceMaterials TestingRisk ManagementConstruction DocumentationBudget ManagementSchedule ManagementChange Order ProcessingPay Application Review

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationOrganizationClient ManagementMentoring

Tools & Technologies

SiteManagerBluebeamMicrosoft Office

Certifications & Qualifications

Florida Professional Engineer (P.E.) LicenseFDOT CTQP Certifications

Industry Keywords

FDOT SpecificationsTransportation ConstructionCEI LeadershipLocal Agency ExperienceLAP-Funded Projects

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the Senior CEI Project Engineer and Project Administrator on transportation construction projects
Manage project delivery, schedules, budgets, documentation, and staff assignments
Coordinate with FDOT, local agencies, municipalities, contractors, utility companies, and project stakeholders
Ensure compliance with contract plans, specifications, permits, standards, and agency requirements
Review and process pay applications, change orders, supplemental agreements, claims, RFIs, submittals, and shop drawings
Lead progress meetings and prepare project correspondence and reports
Oversee quality assurance and quality control activities performed by CEI staff
Verify quantities, materials testing, contract compliance, and contractor performance
Monitor project schedules and identify potential risks, delays, and constructability issues
Provide leadership, mentoring, and technical guidance to inspectors and support staff
Coordinate project closeout activities, final acceptance, and as-built documentation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
Florida Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required or ability to obtain Florida P.E. licensure within six (6) months of hire
Minimum 5+ years of FDOT and/or Florida CEI experience
Experience serving in a CEI leadership role, such as Project Administrator, Assistant Project Administrator, Project Engineer, or Senior Inspector
Thorough understanding of FDOT specifications, standards, procedures, and construction documentation requirements
Strong leadership, communication, organization, and client management skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and staff simultaneously
Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites throughout Florida
FDOT Project Administrator experience preferred
FDOT CTQP certifications preferred
Experience with SiteManager, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office applications preferred
Experience managing roadway, bridge, drainage, utility, and transportation improvement projects preferred
Local agency and municipal CEI experience highly preferred, particularly with Lee County, Collier County, Hendry County, Hardee County, City of Fort Myers, City of Cape Coral, and other Florida local governments
Experience administering FDOT LAP-funded construction projects preferred
Established working relationships with FDOT District personnel and local agency clients preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus opportunities
$10,000 sign-on bonus, subject to the terms and conditions of the Company's sign-on bonus program
Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunities for leadership and career advancement
Company-subsidized medical and dental
Company-paid life, short, and long-term disability
401k match
Tuition assistance
Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects
Performance-based bonuses or other incentives
Collaborative and growth-oriented work environment