Project Engineer - Heavy Civil Construction (Roads & Bridges)

Walrath Recruiting, Inc.; Town of East Greenbush (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Sharing

Bonus Eligibility

100% Health Care Contribution

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Walrath Recruiting, Inc. is seeking a motivated Project Engineer for our client’s Heavy Civil Construction team in East Greenbush, NY.

This full-time, permanent role focuses on supporting planning, field visits, scheduling, budgeting, and stakeholder coordination on large-scale projects. The ideal candidate holds an Associate Degree in Civil Engineering and at least 2 years of construction or engineering experience, with a solid grasp of heavy civil methods and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in civil/related field required.
• Minimum 2 years of construction or engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of heavy civil construction methods, materials and safety standards.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office; basic CM software helpful.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing heavy civil construction projects (roads, bridges, infrastructure).
• Support field/site visits to monitor progress and ensure design compliance.
• Help prepare and maintain project schedules, budgets, and documentation.
• Collaborate with team members, contractors, and subcontractors to meet requirements.
• Learn and adhere to safety standards and regulatory requirements on sites.
• Assist in preparing progress reports, technical documentation, and proposals.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

Willingness to learn

Education

Associate Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Construction Management software

Job description

Walrath Recruiting, Inc. is seeking a motivated Project Engineer for our client’s Heavy Civil Construction team in East Greenbush, NY.

This full-time, permanent role focuses on supporting planning, field visits, scheduling, budgeting, and stakeholder coordination on large-scale projects. The ideal candidate holds an Associate Degree in Civil Engineering and at least 2 years of construction or engineering experience, with a solid grasp of heavy civil methods and safety standards.