Project Engineer- Civil & Heavy Highway Construction

Job Summary

Support the planning and field delivery of heavy highway and civil construction projects for Ames Construction, coordinating with project management, field teams, subcontractors, and inspectors.

Project Details

The initial assignment is in Point Pleasant, West Virginia, on highway and heavy civil infrastructure work. Future projects may be located nationally.

Responsibilities

• Help coordinate construction activities, schedules, budgets, and project stakeholders.
• Review temporary works and construction methods with a focus on safety.
• Inspect work, equipment, and materials; support quality control and corrective actions.
• Provide technical support to field crews and subcontractors, and prepare reports, quantity records, and project documentation.
• Monitor compliance with contract documents, specifications, safety policies, and PPE requirements.

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related discipline.
• At least one year of experience as a Project Engineer, Field Engineer, or in a similar heavy civil or highway construction role.
• Knowledge of civil construction methods, equipment, materials, OSHA regulations, and job-site safety practices.
• Strong organization, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Availability for extended hours, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and occasional holidays as project schedules require.

Compensation and Benefits

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, voluntary benefits, retirement benefits, company holidays, and paid time off.

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