Project Engineer - $250M+ Long Term Backlog

Project Manager

Our client is a highly respected, financially strong general contractor with decades of success delivering complex projects throughout Central Indiana. With a diverse portfolio spanning industrial, manufacturing, healthcare, education, municipal, and infrastructure markets, the company combines deep construction expertise with strong self-perform capabilities to deliver greater control over safety, quality, schedule, and execution. Backed by $250M+ in active local opportunities and pipeline work extending into 2027, the company offers exceptional stability and long-term growth potential. With approximately 90% repeat business and long-standing relationships with regional and national clients, this is a contractor built on reputation, trust, and consistently delivering for its customers-while continuing to invest in and develop top construction talent.

Job Description

• Assist with quantity takeoffs, bid packages, subcontractor bidding, and preconstruction planning.
• Partner with the PM to help drive projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and closeout documentation to keep projects moving.
• Support QA/QC efforts through tracking logs, inspections, testing, and punch lists.
• Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, owners, and subcontractors to keep scope, schedule, and quality on track.
• Coordinate pre-installation meetings, material testing, inspections, punch lists, and project closeout activities.
• Get hands-on field experience by supporting superintendents, conducting inspections, and helping maintain project schedules and quality standards.

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

• 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 Project Manager on RFIs, QA/QC documentation, and day-to-day project 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

• 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.

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