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Project Engineer

Ben Hur
Columbus, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 7/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/20/2026

About Ben Hur Construction

With over a century of excellence, Ben Hur Construction has been a trusted name in the construction industry since 1909. From our roots as a local steel erector, we've grown into a regional leader in steel and precast erection, fabrication, and general contracting. Our diverse project portfolio spans iconic structures and complex installations-each project a testament to our innovative approach and commitment to quality, safety, and efficiency.

We believe in empowering our teams with the tools, leadership, and safe production mindset needed to deliver outstanding results while keeping people safe and engaged. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and value the power of teamwork, accountability, and leadership, we want to hear from you.


Position Overview

  • The Project Engineer position is an entry level opening in the Eastern Division - Columbus, Ohio.
  • Project assignments are in the Midwest and require moderate to extensive overnight travel to project work sites in Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, Tennessee, and West Virginia.
  • The work environment is on an active construction site from the professional facilities of Ben Hur's project field office.
  • The project engineer reports to project management and assists members of Ben Hur's site team.
  • Opportunities for career advancement are expected as the employee gains knowledge and experience.
  • A Project Engineer shall, as directed, support any or all of the aforementioned positions.

What You'll Do

  • The project engineer assists with maintaining the project field office oepration and organization.
  • Become familiar with the project plans and specifications for Ben Hur's scope of work.
  • Perform field observations, trouble shoot problems, assist with field measurements and data compilation, maintain project records, logs, project drawings and documents.
  • Assist with project status documentation, collection, and reporting of job costs.
  • Become familiar with the erection plans, safety plan, schedule, and quality control and inspection aspects of the project.

Qualifications

  • Will have completed or be in the final year of an academic degree program in engineering, technology sciences, construction management or equivalent with emphasis on STEM.
  • Has the ability to work as part of a team with initiative-taker attributes to manage, complete, and meet expectations and responsibilities with minimal supervision.
  • Construction documents are the basis of the work. The ability to understand communicate with same is required as a function of the construction process.
  • Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, attention to accuracy, details, and project deadlines.
  • Expected technology utilization tools are laptop computers and tablets loaded with Microsoft Office, scheduling and drawing software.
  • The employee will be provided specific safety education and training as any entry level position.

At Ben Hur Construction, we believe in building more than just projects-we build careers and opportunities for those who want to lead with purpose. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and work with a company that values people and performance equally, apply today!

All new hires must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Salary : $60,000 - $80,000

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