Ames Construction

Ames Construction

Project Engineer

West Valley City, UT · Contract

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 16 days ago
Project ManagementCustomer SupportCommunicationProblem SolvingOrganizational SkillsConstruction ManagementOSHA

About the role

  • Our teams take on challenging projects that keep communities safe, supply chains moving, and the country connected.
  • This role is ideal for individuals passionate about infrastructure development and eager to gain hands-on experience in managing large-scale projects such as highways, bridges, utilities, and site development.
  • Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of construction activities to support project schedules and budgets
  • Design, review, and implement temporary works and construction means and methods with a strong emphasis on safety
  • Perform quality control inspections to ensure work complies with contract documents, plans, and specifications
  • Support project cost tracking, schedule updates, and coordination with project stakeholders

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a related engineering discipline
  • Minimum of three (2) years of experience as a Project Engineer, Field Engineer, or similar role in heavy civil or highway construction
  • Strong understanding of construction methods, equipment, and materials used in civil infrastructure projects
  • Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and job-site safety practices
  • Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to work extended hours, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and occasional holidays, as required to meet project schedules
  • strict adherence to safety protocols is required.
  • Frequent interaction with heavy equipment, moving machinery, traffic, and construction hazards; strict adherence to safety protocols is required.

Equal opportunity

  • 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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