Project Engineer Heavy Civil

Are you a detail-oriented Project Engineer who enjoys being close to the work, supporting field operations, and driving technical execution on complex civil projects?

What if your next role gave you hands‑on exposure to heavy highway and bridge construction while working directly with Superintendents and Project Managers in the field?

This opportunity is with a well-established, multi‑state heavy civil contractor known for delivering complex highway and bridge projects across the Northeast—while investing in long‑term career growth for its engineering staff.

What people Are Saying:

• Strong collaboration between field and project management teams
• Exposure to technically challenging DOT highway and bridge projects
• Engineers gain real responsibility early in their careers
• Stable workload with long‑term public infrastructure clients

Why This Role:

• Direct involvement in major DOT highway and bridge projects
• Hands‑on field and project management exposure
• Clear growth path toward Assistant Project Manager / Project Manager
• Supportive team environment with strong mentorship
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and long‑term stability

Role Snapshot:

Title:
Project Engineer – Heavy Civil (Highway & Bridge)

Location:
Oxford, CT

Compensation: $60,000 – $80,000 Base

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Support Superintendents and Project Managers with day‑to‑day project execution
• Prepare, review, submit, and track shop drawings and technical submittals
• Maintain project documentation, logs, and daily reports
• Assist with project scheduling, coordination, and look‑ahead planning
• Track change orders, extra work, quantities, labor, equipment, and materials
• Provide technical review of field work to ensure compliance with plans and specifications
• Coordinate long‑lead material procurement critical to project schedules
• Review subcontractor and supplier compliance with contract requirements
• Monitor project costs by reviewing approved and coded invoices
• Assist with quality control and inspection of subcontractor operations
• Support correspondence with DOT agencies, subcontractors, and vendors
• Utilize construction technology to track RFIs, COs, budgets, quantities, and schedules
• Attend project meetings and jobsite walks as needed
• Assist with field office setup, logistics, and special projects

What Is Sought:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (preferred)
• 1+ year of CTDOT project exposure
• 1+ year of highway construction experience
• 3+ years of concrete construction experience
• Experience with budgeting, cost tracking, and quantity tracking
• Strong understanding of construction drawings and specifications
• Ability to work closely with field teams in an active jobsite environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction management software
• Valid driver’s license