What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Project Engineer - Heavy Civil with AIS Infrastructure position at AIS Infrastructure?
Company Overview
The AIS Infrastructure Group consists of four heavy civil construction companies. Our services include infrastructure improvement, heavy civil construction, and site development for government and state agencies and private enterprise across the United States. We do a wide variety of heavy civil projects, including highways, bridges, and DOT work, power plants, dams and reservoirs, underground utilities, and more.
We are Heavy Civil Construction and Sitework experts, but we specialize in providing peace of mind.
AIS Infrastructure Group is part of a family of companies unified by purpose to deliver safe, reliable solutions to our clients' unique challenges. We are committed to providing superior service and leaving things better than we found them.
Job Summary:
The Junior Project Engineer supports the planning, coordination, and execution of construction and industrial services projects. This role is designed for early-career engineers who are looking to build foundational experience in civil construction, project delivery, and field operations.
The Junior Project Engineer will work under the guidance of Project Managers and senior engineering staff to develop technical knowledge, support project execution, and ensure adherence to AIS Infrastructure's safety standards and operational expectations.
- Assist in the development and tracking of project plans, including scope, budget, and schedule
- Support field operations through site visits, data collection, and progress tracking
- Assist with preparation of engineering documents, drawings, and project reports
- Coordinate with internal teams, subcontractors, and vendors to support project execution
- Monitor construction activities to help ensure compliance with specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements
- Maintain project documentation, including logs, reports, and tracking tools
- Participate in project meetings and contribute to problem-solving discussions
- Learn and apply AIS Infrastructure processes, systems, and safety protocols
- Basic understanding of civil engineering principles and construction practices
- Strong willingness to learn and develop technical and field experience
- Good organizational and time management skills
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work in a team-oriented environment
- Attention to detail and ability to follow direction
- Basic knowledge of construction methods and materials
- Ability to learn project management fundamentals
- Willingness to take direction and grow within the organization
- Strong work ethic and commitment to safety
- Ability to communicate effectively with both field and office teams
- Ability to work in physically demanding environments, including walking, climbing, and lifting
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to learn and adapt in dynamic project conditions
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field (or nearing completion)
- 0-2 years of experience in construction, engineering, or related internship experience preferred
- EIT (Engineer-in-Training) certification is a plus, but not required
- Exposure to AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or similar tools preferred
- Basic familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
AIS Infrastructure Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.