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Project Engineer / Project Manager — Heavy Civil Construction
Location: Waynesville, NC (Western North Carolina)
Company: Major heavy civil contractor with national reach, regional office in Cary NC
Position Overview
Seeking experienced Project Engineers and Project Managers for heavy civil / highway / road / bridge construction in Western North Carolina. Direct-hire opportunity with a well-established, nationally recognized heavy civil contractor offering excellent compensation, benefits, and career growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage or support heavy civil construction projects including highways, roads, bridges, and infrastructure
- Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource plans
- Coordinate with field superintendents, subcontractors, and owners on project execution
- Prepare and manage project documentation: submittals, RFIs, change orders, pay applications
- Monitor project costs and productivity; prepare forecasts and cost reports
- Ensure compliance with contract documents, specifications, and safety requirements
- Support estimating and preconstruction efforts as needed
- Maintain client relationships and represent the company professionally
Qualifications
- 3-10 years of experience in heavy civil / highway / bridge construction
- BS in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred
- Experience with DOT projects and heavy civil means and methods
- Strong scheduling, cost control, and project documentation skills
- Proficiency with project management software (HCSS, Primavera, Procore, or similar)
- Strong communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced field environment
- Willingness to relocate to or work in the Waynesville, NC area
Compensation & Benefits
- Excellent base salary commensurate with experience
- 6% 401(k) match
- Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
- Relocation assistance offered
- Career growth with a major national contractor