Project Engineer – Heavy Civil Construction (Kauai, HI) at Sterling Construction Company, Inc. – Hi Hat, Kentucky

Road & Highway Builders (RHB) is looking for a Heavy Civil Project Engineer to join our team on Kauai, Hawaii. This is a unique opportunity to work on major infrastructure projects while living and working in one of the most beautiful locations in the United States.

Our engineers play a key role in delivering complex projects including highways, large-scale excavation, airport work, and civil infrastructure improvements that support communities across the island.

If you enjoy being in the field, solving problems, and seeing the work you help build take shape every day, this is the kind of role where you can grow quickly.

About Road & Highway Builders

Founded in 1999, Road & Highway Builders has built a reputation for delivering complex heavy civil projects across the western United States and the Pacific. Our work includes highways, dams, airports, and large-scale excavation projects for state, local, and federal agencies including the FAA.

Projects range from $200,000 to over $200 million, and our teams are known for tackling challenging work that requires strong field leadership and collaboration.

We are seeking a motivated Project Engineer to join our team on Kauai. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in the field environment and is eager to take initiative, manage multiple responsibilities, and support the successful execution of complex civil projects.

What You’ll Do

As a Project Engineer, you’ll work closely with the Project Manager, Superintendent, and field teams to support daily operations and keep projects moving forward.

Responsibilities include:

1. Track field quantities and production to support project reporting and forecasting
2. Assist with daily reports, photo documentation, and project records
3. Coordinate materials, deliveries, and inventory tracking
4. Support RFI and submittal tracking and maintain organized project documentation
5. Assist with SWPPP compliance and environmental documentation
6. Work alongside field crews and project leadership to resolve issues impacting schedule or quality
7. Support safety efforts and help maintain a strong jobsite safety culture
8. Assist with punch lists, as-built documentation, and project closeout

What we can offer you!

1. Vacation & Holiday Pay
2. 401k Retirement plan + 5% company matching
3. Health, vision, dental
4. Life Insurance
5. Long term Disability

Qualifications

1. BS in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred
2. 2+ years of experience in heavy civil construction (roadways, utilities, grading, sitework)
3. Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); familiarity with AutoCAD, HeavyJob, and Viewpoint V6 a plus
4. Highly organized, self-driven, and detail-oriented
5. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
6. Team player with a strong sense of field awareness and construction processes

We are an equal opportunity employer: We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, military status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.