Project Engineer

Foster Lawson; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle allowance

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Foster Lawson seeks a Project Engineer – Heavy Civil Construction to join a Massachusetts contractor on major infrastructure programs. You will work with PMs, superintendents and field teams to keep projects on schedule from planning through completion.

You will review plans, track progress, manage RFIs and submittals, and ensure safety and quality across active fronts, including rail, bridge, highway, and tunnel work.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience on heavy civil infrastructure projects.
• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of construction drawings, specs, and contract documents.
• Familiarity with scheduling and project management software.
• OSHA knowledge and site safety standards.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to work on active job sites in MA.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day project execution with Project Managers and Superintendents.
• Review plans, specs, and contract documents to guide field operations.
• Track quantities, production rates, labor, equipment, and materials.
• Coordinate submittals, RFIs, and change orders with design teams, subs, and suppliers.
• Assist with scheduling, cost tracking, and quality/safety compliance.
• Liaise with owners, engineers, inspectors, and regulatory bodies as required.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and daily progress reporting.

Skills

Heavy civil construction experience

Coordination with PMs/onsite teams

Documentation & reporting

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Scheduling software

Project management software

CAD tools (AutoCAD/Civil 3D)

Job description

Project Engineer – Heavy Civil Construction

New York City Metro | $90,000 – $135,000 DOE | Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role

Foster Lawson is recruiting a Project Engineer on behalf of a well-established heavy civils contractor based in Massachusetts. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team delivering complex infrastructure projects across the state, working closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, and field operations to keep projects on track from planning through completion.

You'll be involved in some of the region's most demanding civil infrastructure work — spanning rail, bridge, highway, tunnel, marine, and sitework/excavation projects — and will play a key role in coordinating the technical, schedule, and quality aspects of construction delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day project execution, working alongside Project Managers and Superintendents on heavy civil construction sites
• Review plans, specifications, and contract documents to guide field operations
• Track project quantities, production rates, labor, equipment, and materials
• Coordinate submittals, RFIs, and change orders with design teams, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Assist with scheduling, cost tracking, and quality/safety compliance across active work fronts
• Liaise with owners, engineers, inspectors, and regulatory bodies as required
• Maintain accurate project documentation and daily progress reporting

What You'll Need

• 3+ years' experience on heavy civil infrastructure projects — rail, bridge, highway, tunnel, marine, excavation, or sitework
• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent hands-on experience)
• Strong working knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents
• Familiarity with scheduling and project management software
• Solid understanding of OSHA requirements and site safety standards
• Valid driver's license and willingness to work on active job sites across Massachusetts

What's on Offer

• $90,000 – $135,000 base salary, depending on experience
• Opportunity to work on high-profile heavy civil infrastructure projects across Massachusetts
• Clear pathway for career progression within a stable, established contractor
• Comprehensive benefits package (details on application)
• Vehicle allowance