Project Engineer

Ben Hur Construction Co.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Ben Hur Construction in Columbus, OH is seeking an entry-level Project Engineer to join the Eastern Division. You will support the field office, learn project plans, and assist with documentation and cost reporting.

This role offers hands-on site exposure across the Midwest, with travel to project sites, and opportunities for growth as you gain experience in safety, scheduling, and quality control on active projects.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in or completed engineering/tech program with STEM emphasis.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work with minimal supervision and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining the project field office operations and organization.
• Learn project plans and specifications for the scope of work.
• Conduct field observations, troubleshoot, take measurements, and maintain records.
• Assist with project cost collection and reporting.
• Learn erection plans, safety plans, schedules, and QC/inspection aspects.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Initiative

Education

Engineering degree (in progress or final year)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Scheduling software

Drawing software

Job description

About Ben Hur Construction

With over a century of excellence, Ben Hur Construction has been a trusted name in the construction industry since 1909. From our roots as a local steel erector, we've grown into a regional leader in steel and precast erection, fabrication, and general contracting. Our diverse project portfolio spans iconic structures and complex installations-each project a testament to our innovative approach and commitment to quality, safety, and efficiency.

We believe in empowering our teams with the tools, leadership, and safe production mindset needed to deliver outstanding results while keeping people safe and engaged. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and value the power of teamwork, accountability, and leadership, we want to hear from you.

Position Overview

• The Project Engineer position is an entry level opening in the Eastern Division - Columbus, Ohio.
• Project assignments are in the Midwest and require moderate to extensive overnight travel to project work sites in Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, Tennessee, and West Virginia.
  
• The work environment is on an active construction site from the professional facilities of Ben Hur's project field office.
• The project engineer reports to project management and assists members of Ben Hur's site team.
• Opportunities for career advancement are expected as the employee gains knowledge and experience.
• A Project Engineer shall, as directed, support any or all of the aforementioned positions.

What You'll Do

• The project engineer assists with maintaining the project field office oepration and organization.
• Become familiar with the project plans and specifications for Ben Hur's scope of work.
• Perform field observations, trouble shoot problems, assist with field measurements and data compilation, maintain project records, logs, project drawings and documents.
• Assist with project status documentation, collection, and reporting of job costs.
• Become familiar with the erection plans, safety plan, schedule, and quality control and inspection aspects of the project.

Qualifications

• Will have completed or be in the final year of an academic degree program in engineering, technology sciences, construction management or equivalent with emphasis on STEM.
• Has the ability to work as part of a team with initiative-taker attributes to manage, complete, and meet expectations and responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Construction documents are the basis of the work. The ability to understand communicate with same is required as a function of the construction process.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, attention to accuracy, details, and project deadlines.
• Expected technology utilization tools are laptop computers and tablets loaded with Microsoft Office, scheduling and drawing software.
• The employee will be provided specific safety education and training as any entry level position.

At Ben Hur Construction, we believe in building more than just projects-we build careers and opportunities for those who want to lead with purpose. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and work with a company that values people and performance equally,

All new hires must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.