Project Engineer

Ames Construction; South Fayette Township (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ames Construction is seeking a Project Engineer to support a major project located in Utah, with travel to other project sites as needed. You will assist in scheduling, budgeting, and execution, ensuring compliance with plans and safety standards.

The role requires a minimum of 2 years in construction or a relevant degree, strong communication, and a detail-oriented, proactive mindset. This position offers opportunities for growth within a nationally based contractor.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in construction or a relevant bachelor’s degree.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Positive attitude with motivation and reliability.
• Detail-oriented with good time management and prioritization.

Responsibilities

• Contract management: review design, contracts, subcontracts, and permits.
• Lead regular meetings with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and stakeholders under the Project Manager.
• Monitor project budget, costs, and forecast financials; report variances.
• Provide operational planning support, constructability reviews, and ensure compliance with plans and specs.
• Oversee construction progress and schedule; collaborate with teams and clients.
• Delegate tasks to team members based on skills and capabilities.
• Assist with inspections and documentation to ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Strong communication

Time management

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Positive attitude

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction/Civil Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Primavera

Job description

Ames Construction has been building America for more than 60 years, and the people who work here are thereasonwe continue to succeed.

We are a full-service,heavy civil and industrial contractorbuildingcritical infrastructure, includinghighways, bridges, mines,dams,rail, andmore.Ourteams take on challenging projects that keep communities safe, supply chainsmoving,and the country connected.

At Ames, we are Fueled by Family and Driven by Ownership. That means welook outfor one another, take pride in what we build, and take responsibility for our actions, our results, and the long-term health of the company.

Guided by our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision , we do what we say we will do, push throughchallengesand deliver workwe’reproud of.

When you join Ames,you’rejoining a company built for long-term success—where skilled people, strong teams,and disciplined execution come together to build careers and a better future.

The Project Engineer is responsible for supporting the project team to the overall successful completion of a specific project. These responsibilities include a level of engagement and ownership in the areas of scheduling, financial forecasting, and operational planning and execution, while also helping to mitigate risk, all in support of field operations.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Contract management functions : Reviews design, contract and bid documents, bid analysis, reviews subcontracts and material contracts, permit processing
• Communication functions : Conducts regular meetings with clients, subcontractors, vendors and key stakeholders to ensure clarity under the supervision of the Project Manager
• Financial Management functions : Oversees project budget, maintains budgets and makes changes accordingly, monitors performance and analysis of cost and budget, shares information collaboratively with operations team
• Operational Planning and Execution functions : Provides technical support to operations team, constructability reviews, offers technical information to the project team to ensure work complies with applicable codes, drawings and specifications, assists in pre-planning functions of the project
• Scheduling functions : Oversees construction progress and schedule, collaborates with operations, subcontractors, vendors and clients to ensure clarity of overall project progress
• Leadership functions : Delegates applicable tasks to team members according to their individual skill sets, experience and capabilities
• Compliance functions : Assists with inspection and documentation of all work to assure compliance with plans, specifications and applicable regulations

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in construction or bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management
• Strong communication skills both written and oral
• Must have a positive attitude and possess excellent motivations skills
• Time management, multitasking, and prioritization are crucial
• Possess high attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies
• Competent in the use of computer software applications used for project control and administration, including Microsoft Applications and Outlook
• Knowledgeable in Primavera preferred
• Must have a valid Driver’s License

Working Conditions

• Location – This project is located in Hyrum, Utah. Subsequent projects will be nationally based.
• Travel – This role will be expected to travel to project locations and regional offices
• Construction site environment – physical ability to stand, walk, crawl, bend, reach and climb. Exposed to high noise levels.

Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. This position requires ensuring compliance with CMMC, FAR, and Accounting Standards in all Federal efforts.