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Project Engineer

Indianapolis, Indiana Permanent USD80,000 - USD90,000 per year View Job Description
Own a key role on $20M+ industrial and commercial projects, working alongside experienced PMs and Superintendents to drive projects from preconstruction through completion. Join a 100+ year, rapidly growing contractor where you'll have hands-on field exposure, direct mentorship, and a clear path to grow into project management.
  • Fast-Track Your Path From Project Engineer to PM
  • $80M+ Backlog & $250M in Planned Work

About Our Client

My Client:

My client is a 100+ year, ENR-ranked general contractor with a strong national presence and a reputation for delivering complex, high-profile projects across industrial, manufacturing, commercial, education, and healthcare. With roughly $300M in annual revenue, an $80M+ active backlog and approximately $250M of planned work over the next two years, they offer the stability of an established organization with the growth and opportunity of a team on the rise. Their projects are typically $20M+, giving you the chance to take real ownership of large-scale, technically challenging builds while working alongside a collaborative team and experienced local leadership. Their extensive self-perform capabilities provide greater control over project execution, and their culture is built around quality, safety, teamwork, innovation, and long-term relationships. For someone looking to work on impactful projects, grow their career, and have a real voice within a highly respected organization, this is a compelling opportunity.

Job Description

The Project Engineer's Key Responsibilities:

  • Build relationships with subcontractors and vendors throughout the bidding process while helping develop detailed project scopes.
  • Support Project Managers with RFIs, submittals, change orders, budgets, schedules, and overall project documentation.
  • Coordinate closely with Superintendents, subcontractors, and project teams to keep projects moving efficiently.
  • Visit jobsites as needed to stay connected to field operations and provide hands-on project support.
  • Play a key role in keeping projects organized, on budget, on schedule, and set up for success.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

The Successful Project Engineer:

  • 1-5 years of experience working with a General Contractor in a construction environment.
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage construction administration and document control.
  • Prepare, track, and distribute submittal schedules and project documentation.
  • Support the Project Manager with change orders, subcontractor scheduling, invoicing, and monthly job cost reviews.
  • Work alongside the Superintendent on RFIs, QA/QC documentation, and day-to-day field operations.
  • Assist with preconstruction activities, including estimating, takeoffs, and quantity calculations.
  • Manage closeout documentation, punch lists, and final project requirements.
  • Hard-working, driven, and eager to learn, grow, and build a long-term career in construction.

What's on Offer

What's on the Offer:

  • Competitive base salary of up to $90K, depending on experience.
  • Transparent, performance-based bonus structure with clear earning potential.
  • Strong support and hands-on training to build and sharpen your project management skills.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) contributions to help support your long-term financial goals.
  • Mentorship and guidance available at every level of the organization.
  • Clear career development plan with defined opportunities to grow.
  • Strong internal advancement opportunities as the company continues to expand.
  • Laid-back, collaborative culture where you can take ownership while working alongside a supportive team.

For more details, directly reach out to Caroline Cooper. Call or text (317)662-0895.

Contact
Caroline Cooper
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7085747

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Where
Indianapolis
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Caroline Cooper
Job Reference
JN-082026-7085747
 

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