Construction Project Engineer – Akron, OH

Higley Construction•Akron, OH

88d

About The Position

The Project Engineer is an entry-level position providing exposure to construction project operations, safety, project controls, estimating, business development, and other areas of the firm. Through hands-on work, the employee develops an understanding of company processes, procedures, and systems while exploring areas aligned with their skills and career interests. The role collaborates with project teams, department leaders, and field personnel in both office and field environments, supporting project delivery and service to colleagues, owners, owner representatives, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders. This is an evergreen opportunity to build a talent pipeline for future full-time Project Engineer openings in Akron, Ohio. An immediate opening may not be available; qualified candidates may be considered as business needs arise. The position is safety-sensitive and includes work in office and construction-site environments, with travel to jobsites and other work-related locations. The company is 100% employee-owned through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a construction-related field, or relevant experience.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with project teams, clients, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and professional work habits.
Commitment to learning and growth and to developing skills for a future project leadership role.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and willingness to learn and use construction management software and technology platforms.
Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify issues and develop practical solutions.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
Initiative, adaptability, and willingness to take on new challenges and responsibilities.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with professionalism, integrity, and a customer-service mindset.
Ability to meet the safety-sensitive physical and environmental demands of the job, including climbing ladders and scaffolding, working at heights, driving, entering confined spaces, and lifting or adjusting objects weighing 30–50 pounds.
Ability to wear fall-protection gear and respiratory protection.
Completion of required pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and compliance with company-wide annual and random drug and alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of experience in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
Engineering certification, such as an EIT.
Co-op work rotations or similar experience.

Responsibilities

Understand and demonstrate the values and ethics that distinguish Higley Construction.
Read construction drawings and documents and understand general construction-industry terminology.
Contribute to problem solving, process improvement, and initiatives that may extend beyond the position’s scope.
Develop professional relationships within the industry and community.
Manage project engineering duties, including RFIs, submittals, drawing coordination, meeting minutes, and project correspondence.
Play an active role in maintaining a safe and secure job site.
Assist the Project Manager with change management.
Assist the superintendent with field coordination and subcontractor management.
Perform other related duties as assigned.