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Project Engineer / APM - Heavy Highway in Roanoke

Date Posted: 03 November 2026

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Job Description

Our client, an established heavy highway contractor, is hiring a Project Engineer / Assistant Project Manager in the Roanoke, VA area. You will support a major multi-year interstate widening project, offering long-term stability and the chance to grow with one large project from start to finish.

Responsibilities

  • Support the project manager on budgets, schedules, cost tracking and change orders
  • Manage submittals, RFIs and project documentation
  • Track quantities, production and monthly pay estimates
  • Coordinate with field crews, subcontractors, suppliers and DOT inspectors
  • Review plans and specifications and help resolve field issues
  • Help keep the project safe, on schedule and on budget

Qualifications

  • Experience as a Project Engineer, Field Engineer or APM on heavy highway, bridge, DOT or roadway projects
  • Working knowledge of DOT specifications and documentation
  • Strong organization and communication skills
  • Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field preferred
  • EIT or PE a plus

Compensation

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Health, dental and vision coverage
  • 401k with company match
  • PTO and paid holidays
  • Room to grow into a Project Manager role

Send resume to mitchell.guerrieri@gogpac.com for more information

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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