Engineer, Project

About the Role Aecon Utilities is seeking a Project Engineer to support underground utilities development projects in Ohio, focusing on labor, equipment, and material cost estimation, as well as contract administration, procurement, and invoicing. The role involves coordination with project teams, field staff, and accounts, with regular travel to project sites in Akron and Youngstown. This is a hands-on position that contributes to safer, faster, smarter project execution under Aecon's Safety Always culture. What You'll Do

• Provide data analysis, reporting, and project insights to the General Manager to support informed decision-making.
• Support Project Superintendents and Foremen in the effective management of crews and overall project execution.
• Track and report project productivity, costs, schedules, and progress.
• Perform quantity take-offs from construction drawings and specifications.
• Communicate with customer technical support departments as required.
• Distribute administrative and contractual documentation following project award.
• Monitor job costs and prepare regular cost reports for management on active projects.
• Provide data and support for month-end project reconciliations.
• Prepare, submit, and track progress billings and final invoices in coordination with Accounts Receivable.
• Assist with cost control, scheduling, progress tracking, and project forecasting activities.
• Maintain organized project files and correspondence for both active and completed projects.
• Provide technical and administrative support to field staff as needed.
• Coordinate the preparation, review, and submission of as-built drawings. What We're Looking For
• Recent University or College graduate in Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a similar role within the construction industry.
• Previous estimating experience is considered an asset.