Project Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Project Engineer – Lead Civil Project Execution & Financial Control for Jamco Excavators LLC

Job Overview

• Company: Jamco Excavators LLC
• Salary/Pay Rate: $98,000 - $122,000 per year (Based on Experience)
• Location: South Hampton, NH
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time
• Project Scope: Commercial, Industrial, Federal Civil, Utility, and Water/Wastewater Projects
• Mandatory Licences & Certifications: None Required

The Opportunity

You will serve as a critical project execution leader overseeing civil construction projects from planning through final completion. In this role, you will manage project budgets, material purchasing, and scheduling to ensure job profitability while working closely with Project Managers and Site Superintendents.

Joining Jamco Excavators LLC offers you the autonomy to lead complex civil packages in a supportive, family-oriented environment that actively sponsors your ongoing professional growth.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Plan, execute, and monitor the overall building process for civil construction projects from start to finish.
• Develop, maintain, and update project master schedules monthly to keep milestones on track.
• Manage job costing, project accounting, and budget reviews with estimating and field leadership to secure profitability.
• Procure and coordinate all required job materials, rental equipment, and necessary field supplies.
• Facilitate daily communication with subcontractors, project owners, and client representatives.
• Provide direct communication to senior management regarding ongoing job performance and operational metrics.
• Enforce site-specific safety plans and ensure total crew compliance on every job site.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in heavy industrial and civil construction engineering or management.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated expertise with professional project scheduling software.
• Deep technical knowledge of job costing, project accounting, and budget management.
• Strong working knowledge of site utilities, treatment facilities, and general civil construction practices.
• Exceptional leadership skills and a professional, respectful attitude in high-tempo environments.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Direct prior experience managing public water and wastewater or treatment plant construction projects.
• Proven track record of managing subcontractor scope changes and client-facing relations.
• Active safety or trade certifications relevant to civil and utility construction operations.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary structure with performance-driven growth opportunities.
• Weekly pay cycle ensuring consistent and reliable income.
• 401(k) retirement savings program with generous employer matching.
• Comprehensive health insurance package including medical, dental, and vision options.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and paid parental leave.
• Provided safety equipment, gear, and field management technology tools.
• Sponsored continuing education, technical licensing, and professional development programs.
• Employee referral bonus program and annual company trips or team outings.

About Us

Jamco Excavators LLC is a family-owned and operated heavy civil contractor specializing in commercial, industrial, and federal site development projects. We combine high-performance site execution with a supportive, family-oriented culture that prioritizes extreme growth, safety, and continuous professional development for all team members. 

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Jamco Excavators LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.