Project Engineer

Kyle Conti Construction; Hillsborough Township (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Kyle Conti Construction is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join our New Jersey team. The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years of hands-on experience in heavy civil infrastructure projects and take on greater responsibility in project execution.

Responsibilities include planning, scheduling, cost control, field progress oversight, subcontractor coordination, and managing change orders through close-out, with a focus on safety and quality on highway, bridge, environmental, and site

Qualifications

• Proven 5+ years of experience operating heavy equipment such as described above.
• Strong aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Support project management in planning, scheduling, and cost control.
• Oversee field progress and ensure adherence to project timelines and standards.
• Coordinate subcontractor and vendor activities and review project documentation.
• Manage change orders, submittals, and project close-out processes.
• Conduct site inspections to ensure quality and compliance.
• Assist in estimating, budgeting, and progress reporting.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Project coordination

Scheduling

Cost control

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join our growing team in New Jersey. This position is ideal for a construction professional with 5–7 years of hands-on experience in heavy civil infrastructure projects who is ready to take on greater responsibility and play a key role in project execution. The successful candidate will bring a strong technical foundation, a proactive mindset, and the ability to manage multiple project components independently. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to significant highway, bridge, environmental, and site development projects across the region.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include:

• Support project management in planning, scheduling, and cost control
• Oversee field progress and ensure adherence to project timelines and standards
• Coordinate subcontractor and vendor activities and review project documentation
• Manage change orders, submittals, and project close-out processes
• Conduct site inspections to ensure quality and compliance
• Assist in estimating, budgeting, and progress reporting

Qualifications

Candidates must possess:

• Proven 5+ years of experience operating heavy equipment such as describe above
• Strong aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety protocols

Kyle Conti Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.