Project Engineer

Ames Construction Company; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Generous retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

A construction firm is seeking a Project Engineer in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to support the execution of heavy highway and civil construction projects. This role involves coordinating with project management and subcontractors to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. Candidates should have a minimum of one year of relevant experience, as well as strong organizational and communication skills. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and generous retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience as a Project Engineer, Field Engineer, or similar role in heavy civil or highway construction.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and job-site safety practices.
• Ability to work extended hours, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and occasional holidays.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, coordination, and execution of heavy highway and civil construction projects.
• Ensure work is performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with contract requirements.
• Verify materials and workmanship meet project requirements and approved submittals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Analytical abilities

Problem-solving

Communication skills (written and verbal)

Job description

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**Verify materials and workmanship meet project requirements and approved submittals **Qualifications** Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Project Engineer, Field Engineer, or similar role in heavy civil or highway construction 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 schedulesTravel between job sites may be required depending on project location. 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*