Project Engineer- Civil & Heavy Highway Construction

amesconstruction· Ames Construction
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📍 Point Pleasant, WVFull time
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About this role

Ames Construction has been building America for more than 60 years, and the people who work here are the reason we continue to succeed. 

 

We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial contractor building critical infrastructure, including highways, bridges, mines, dams, rail, and more. Our teams take on challenging projects that keep communities safe, supply chains moving, and the country connected. 

 

At Ames, we are Fueled by Family and Driven by Ownership. That means we look out for one another, take pride in what we build, and take responsibility for our actions, our results, and the long-term health of the company. 

 

Guided by our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision, we do what we say we will do, push through challenges and deliver work we’re proud of. 

 

When you join Ames, you’re joining a company built for long-term success — where skilled people, strong teams, and disciplined execution come together to build careers and a better future.

The Project Engineer supports the planning, coordination, and execution of heavy highway and civil construction projects at Ames Construction to ensure work is performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with contract requirements. This role works closely with project management, field supervision, subcontractors, and inspectors to deliver high-quality infrastructure projects, including roadways, bridges, and other civil structures. 

 

Key Responsibilities  

  • Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of construction activities to support project schedules and budgets 

  • Design, review, and implement temporary works and construction means and methods with a strong emphasis on safety 

  • Inspect installed work, equipment, and materials; identify issues and coordinate corrective actions as needed 

  • Provide on-site direction and technical support to foremen, crews, and subcontractors 

  • Monitor project progress and prepare accurate daily reports, quantities, and documentation 

  • Perform quality control inspections to ensure work complies with contract documents, plans, and specifications 

  • Verify materials and workmanship meet project requirements and approved submittals 

  • Enforce safety policies, OSHA regulations, and proper use of PPE on the job site 

  • Support project cost tracking, schedule updates, and coordination with project stakeholders 

  • Assist with communication between the field, project management, owners, and inspectors 

 

Qualifications  

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related engineering discipline 

  • Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Project Engineer, Field Engineer, or similar role in heavy civil or highway construction 

  • Strong understanding of construction methods, equipment, and materials used in civil infrastructure projects 

  • Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and job-site safety practices 

  • High attention to detail with strong organizational skills 

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

  • Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities 

  • Ability to work extended hours, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and occasional holidays, as required to meet project schedules 

 

Working Conditions 

  •  This project is located in Point Pleasant, West Virginia. Subsequent projects will be nationally based.   ​

  • Travel between job sites may be required depending on project location. 

  • Work is primarily performed on active construction job sites, including highways, roadways, and heavy civil infrastructure projects. 

  • Regular exposure to outdoor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, wind, and dust. 

  • Position requires walking, standing, climbing, bending, and lifting in a construction environment. 

  • Frequent interaction with heavy equipment, moving machinery, traffic, and construction hazards; strict adherence to safety protocols is required. 

  • Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory at all job sites. 

 

People are the most important asset at Ames Construction. Ames’ non-craft benefits package is designed so that our team members flourish, with medical, dental, and vision (all at one low premium), voluntary benefits, generous retirement benefits, and company holidays and paid time off. Please see the Benefits section of our Careers page for more information. 
 
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.   

 

Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test is required  

 

Ames Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 

 

Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Project Engineer- Civil & Heavy Highway Construction
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