Project Engineer

H. T. PROF Group; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Company-paid short-term and long-term disability

Job summary

H. T. PROF Group is seeking a Project Engineer in the Charlotte, NC area to support project management and operations on heavy civil and infrastructure projects. This role offers a competitive salary between $105K and $125K, plus bonuses and full benefits.

The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of experience and strong documentation skills. In addition to a Bachelor's degree in a related field, experience on $25M+ projects is preferred. The position offers a strong career trajectory towards Project Manager.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience in heavy civil, highway, or infrastructure projects.
• Experience on projects valued around $25M+ is preferred.
• Ability to read plans, specs, and contract documents.

Responsibilities

• Support project managers and superintendents on heavy civil projects.
• Handle RFIs, submittals, drawings, and project documentation.
• Track cost, quantities, production, materials, and schedule updates.

Skills

Engineering experience in heavy civil projects

Strong documentation skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Excel and Word

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

Project Engineer — Heavy Civil / Highway

Location: Charlotte, NC area
Compensation: $105,000 – $125,000 base , plus bonus and full benefits
Industry: Heavy Civil / Highway / Infrastructure Construction

A heavy civil contractor is hiring a Project Engineer for work in the Charlotte, NC area.

This is a strong opportunity for a Project Engineer, Field Engineer, or Assistant Project Manager with heavy civil/highway experience who wants better compensation, stronger project exposure, and a path toward Project Manager.

You’ll support project management and field operations on heavy civil, roadway, bridge, and infrastructure projects.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

Support project managers and superintendents on active heavy civil projects.

Handle RFIs, submittals, drawings, transmittals, approvals, and project documentation.

Track cost, quantities, production, materials, equipment, and schedule updates.

Assist with forecasts, cost reports, change orders, and project controls.

Communicate with owners, subcontractors, vendors, field teams, and project leadership.

Review drawings, specifications, and contract documents.

Help identify schedule, cost, documentation, and field coordination issues early.

Support safety, quality, and contract compliance.

What We’re Looking For

5+ years of engineering experience on heavy civil, highway, road, bridge, or infrastructure projects.

Experience on projects valued around $25M+ preferred.

Strong RFI, submittal, documentation, cost tracking, and schedule exposure.

Ability to read plans, specs, and contract documents.

Strong Excel, Word, communication, and organizational skills.

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.

NCDOT or regional DOT experience is a plus.

Why This Role Is Worth a Conversation

Base salary range is $105K – $125K , depending on experience.

Bonus opportunity.

Full medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

401(k) with company match.

Paid time off.

Company-paid short-term and long-term disability.

Strong Project Manager career track.

Heavy civil work with real project exposure, not just paperwork.