Project Engineer – Wilmington

Amundson Group

A self-performing contractor across the Southeast is hiring a Project Engineer to support their Wilmington operations and regional projects. This is a hands-on role managing schedules, materials, and coordination on active construction sites. If you have an engineering or construction management background and want to grow with a stable, benefits-rich contractor, this is worth your time.

What You Will Run

You will be the right hand to Project Managers and Superintendents, handling the operational details that keep projects moving. Your day includes material procurement and expediting, preparing submittals and certifications, maintaining project files and drawings, coordinating with subcontractors, and tracking costs on change orders. You will also assist with scheduling, purchasing decisions, invoice approvals, and cash flow optimization. Safety is non-negotiable, and you will observe and correct violations on site.

What It Takes

  • 4 year engineering degree, construction management degree, or 5 years of equivalent field or office experience
  • Ability to read drawings and understand construction documents
  • Experience with project planning, scheduling, and estimating
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and construction software like Primavera or COINS
  • Familiarity with purchasing, pricing, and purchase order preparation
  • Ability to prepare subcontractor scopes of work
  • 18 years or older, legally eligible to work in the US, and able to pass a drug test

Comp and Benefits

Our client invests in their people. The package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k with matching contributions and profit sharing, life and disability insurance, paid holidays and vacation, and access to career development training and educational assistance. Benefits vary based on position and tenure.

Candidates who apply will be considered for positions throughout the Southeast region.

At a glance

  • Location: North Carolina
  • Recruiter: Amundson Group, veteran-owned, construction-only

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