Project Engineer / Project Manager - Heavy Civil, Waynesville, NC

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