Location: Charlotte, NC area
Compensation:$105,000 – $125,000 base, plus bonus and full benefits
Industry: Heavy Civil / Highway / Infrastructure Construction
A heavy civil contractor is hiring a Project Engineer for work in the Charlotte, NC area.
This is a strong opportunity for a Project Engineer, Field Engineer, or Assistant Project Manager with heavy civil/highway experience who wants better compensation, stronger project exposure, and a path toward Project Manager.
You’ll support project management and field operations on heavy civil, roadway, bridge, and infrastructure projects.
Support project managers and superintendents on active heavy civil projects.
Handle RFIs, submittals, drawings, transmittals, approvals, and project documentation.
Track cost, quantities, production, materials, equipment, and schedule updates.
Assist with forecasts, cost reports, change orders, and project controls.
Communicate with owners, subcontractors, vendors, field teams, and project leadership.
Review drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
Help identify schedule, cost, documentation, and field coordination issues early.
Support safety, quality, and contract compliance.
5+ years of engineering experience on heavy civil, highway, road, bridge, or infrastructure projects.
Experience on projects valued around $25M+ preferred.
Strong RFI, submittal, documentation, cost tracking, and schedule exposure.
Ability to read plans, specs, and contract documents.
Strong Excel, Word, communication, and organizational skills.
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
NCDOT or regional DOT experience is a plus.
Base salary range is $105K – $125K, depending on experience.
Bonus opportunity.
Full medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
401(k) with company match.
Paid time off.
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability.
Strong Project Manager career track.
Heavy civil work with real project exposure, not just paperwork.
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