Construction Engineer
About the job
- A bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related degree is preferred.
- A Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.
- At least 8 years of experience in construction engineering and inspection, transportation construction, or materials testing is required.
- Experience working directly with contractors and field staff is required.
- Familiarity with AASHTOWare and ProjectWise is preferred.
- Willingness to travel to project sites, including occasional overnight stays, is required.
- A valid driver's license is required.
- Lead and manage transportation construction projects for ITD and LHTAC.
- Oversee construction inspection staff and provide day-to-day direction and mentorship.
- Manage project scope, schedule, and budget, including contract administration and documentation.
- Coordinate with contractors, local highway districts, and other stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
- Ensure construction activities comply with ITD and LHTAC standards and specifications.
- Review contractor work, quantities, and pay applications for accuracy and compliance.
- Monitor contractor performance and resolve field issues in collaboration with project teams.
- Participate in field reviews, project meetings, and stakeholder coordination efforts.
- Use project management and documentation platforms such as AASHTOWare, ProjectWise, and SharePoint.
- Familiarity with AASHTOWare and ProjectWise is preferred.
About the company
Apex Companies provides environmental consulting and engineering services to public agencies and private clients across all 50 states. Its offerings include water resources management, environmental remediation, health and safety, compliance assurance, ESG advisory, and infrastructure engineering, delivering work from site assessments to managing complex projects. A key differentiator is the breadth of services across environmental, health and safety, and ESG, plus its ARTEMIS data-management platform that organizes environmental information for risk mitigation and lending. The company aims to help clients manage environmental risk, achieve regulatory compliance, and efficiently complete projects while expanding its national footprint.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Rockville, Maryland
Founded
1988
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Zweig named Apex a 2026 Hot Firm, ranking it No. 28.
- March 2026 CWE acquisition expands California engineering reach and cross-sells immediately.
- February 2026 Tully acquisition strengthens stormwater lifecycle services across Northern California projects.
What critics are saying
- Rapid roll-up integration can dilute service quality and overload project managers by 2027.
- The 2024 NRC report flagged a Severity III violation at Apex Companies.
- PE ownership under Morgan Stanley Capital Partners pressures exits; stalled growth breaks the platform thesis.
What makes Apex Companies unique
- Apex bundles water, environmental, and infrastructure work through one national platform.
- ARTEMIS gives clients environmental data management and lending support across project lifecycles.
- March 2026 CWE and Tully deals deepen California civil, water, and stormwater capabilities.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Relocation Assistance
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
↑ 20%1 year growth
↑ 20%2 year growth
↑ 20%Apex Companies announced the acquisition of CWE, an award-winning civil infrastructure, water resources, and environmental engineering services firm with multiple offices in California.
Adds to Core Stormwater Strength and Enhances Ability to Deliver the Full Stormwater Lifecycle in Northern California
Raincatcher, a national mergers and acquisitions advisory firm serving small to mid-size businesses, served as the exclusive sell-side advisor to AquaWorks DBO,
Bolsters Engineering Depth and Extends Operational Presence in Intermountain West
Apex Companies, LLC has acquired Weiler Engineering Corporation, a Florida-based engineering firm. This acquisition enhances Apex's engineering capabilities and strengthens its presence in Florida. Weiler Engineering, with over 45 professionals, brings expertise in civil, structural, and utilities engineering. This move follows Apex's recent acquisitions of Johnson Engineering and Water Science Associates, further expanding its services in the municipal and private markets.