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Project Engineer

Ames Construction, Inc.
Waynesville, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 3/11/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/11/2025

Ames Construction has built America for more than 60 years, and the exceptional people who make up our team are a vital factor in our success. We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial general contractor that brings innovative solutions to many market segments, from highway and bridge construction to mining and rail. Ames is a family-owned company that retains its entrepreneurial spirit while offering the experience and stability of a proven construction industry leader. Equipped with our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision, we make communities across the U.S. safer, keep supply chains moving, and lay the groundwork for a sustainable future. By joining Ames, you will be working with talented colleagues at an award-winning, nationally recognized top 75 general contractor.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Support a team consisting of Project Manager, Project Engineers, Superintendents, and other staff
  • Build relationships and communicate with owners, design partners, subcontractors, & workforce
  • Review shop drawing, submittals and schedules, and process RFIs
  • Monitoring the quality control, safety and environmental programs
  • Understand and assist with project layout
  • Identify critical work items, and procure long-lead items
  • Assist with monthly billings, cash flow projections, and process change orders
  • Manage document control including submittals schedules, contract documents, and shop drawings
  • Assist with delivery, inventory, and warehousing of materials and equipment
  • Resolve field problems and conflicts with subcontractors, suppliers, and workforce
  • Instill safety as a top priority
  • Maintaining as-built drawings & manuals
  • Attend and / or lead meetings
  • Other duties may be assigned.

Experience, Education & Skills

  • A minimum of 3 years' experience in highway heavy construction
  • Degree in Construction, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management, or equivalent experience
  • Competent in the use of computer software applications used for project control and administration, including Microsoft Applications and Outlook
  • Knowledgeable in Primavera
  • Strong communication skills both written and oral
  • Possess high attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies
  • Must have a positive attitude and possess excellent motivations skills
  • Time Management, multitasking, and prioritization are crucial
  • Must have a valid Driver's License
  • Working Conditions

  • Location -Southeast Region
  • Travel Required
  • Construction Site Environment - Physical ability to stand, walk, crawl, bend, reach and climb. Exposed to high noise levels.
  • Construction Site Office Environment - Extensive sitting at desk and computer; some standing, bending at the waist, stooping and reaching required; ability to lift 5-20 pounds occasionally.
  • Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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