Construction Project Engineer – Warren, NJ

Construction Project Engineer – Warren, NJ

Warren, NJ, USA

Posted Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 4:00 AM

About the Company – Celebrating 100 Years of Building Community & 100% Employee-Owned

Higley Construction has been one of the most experienced and respected construction firms in the region. The company surpassed 100 years in business—a century shaped by an unwavering commitment to its core values of people, ethics, respect, commitment, and excellence. Since its founding in 1925, Higley Construction has partnered with clients to bring their goals and visions to life, consistently guided by honesty, integrity, and mutual respect.

At Higley Construction, we build more than buildings — we build trust, relationships, and communities. From the offices where you work, to the schools where you learn, and the hospitals where you heal, we create environments where people can live, work, and thrive. With every project, we go beyond bricks and mortar to connect people and place , delivering spaces that stand the test of time.

As a 100% Employee-Owned Company, we foster a culture of shared success, job stability, and long-term financial growth for all employees. Within the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), you're building more than a career — you're building ownership.

The Project Engineer (PE) is an entry-level position that exposes the candidate to all the possible career paths available with the firm through exposure to different roles in the office and the field for 3-5 years. Through rotations in operations, safety, project controls, estimating, and business development, the PE develops a mastery of basic company processes, procedures, and systems to determine a career path best suited for his or her unique skills and interests.

The PE reports to different departmental and project leaders during his or her assignments . The PE often rotates between office and field localities for the projects or assignments that he or she may be servicing at any given time. The PE provides exceptional customer service to colleagues in the office and field, owners, owner's representatives, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders.

It is unlikely that any single individual will possess all the credentials and skills we describe below, which represent the company's vision for this position.

This is an evergreen opportunity intended to build a talent pipeline for upcoming Project Engineer openings in Warren, New Jersey. While an immediate opening may not be available, qualified candidates will be considered for future full-time opportunities as business needs arise.

• Demonstrates an understanding of the values and ethics that differentiate Higley Construction in the competitive marketplace.
• Understands how to read construction drawings and documents and understand general industry terminology.
• Demonstrates a commitment to problem solving, process improvement, and a willingness to contribute to initiatives that may go beyond the scope of his or her position.
• Possesses an appreciation of the value of building a professional network of industry and community relationships.
• Manages all project engineering duties including managing RFI’s, Submittals, drawing coordination, writing meeting min. and project correspondence.
• Plays an active role in maintaining a safe and secure job site.
• Assists the PM with change management.
• Assists the superintendent with field coordination and subcontractor management.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Possesses competency in business writing and public presentation skills, and is motivated to become a compelling presenter, motivator, and team leader.
• Demonstrates excellence in personal work habits.
• Understands the dedication necessary to be a project leader.
• Competent or willing to learn multiple construction software’s.
• Problem solving.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or construction-related degree, or relevant experience.
• Although no previous experience is required for this role, 1-2 years in engineering, construction management, or a related field is a…