Construction Engineer Professional

Christopher B. Burke Engineering, LLC; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous PTO

401(k) matching

Discretionary year-end bonuses

Supportive mentorship from experienced professionals

Job summary

A civil engineering firm is seeking a construction professional for their Indianapolis office. The role involves on-site representation, coordinating with contractors, and contributing to municipal projects. Candidates should possess a degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management and have relevant field experience. The firm values collaboration, community engagement, and supports continuous learning. Join a team that prioritizes problem-solving and effective solutions in public infrastructure work.

Qualifications

• Experience with roadway, utility, or municipal infrastructure construction.
• Ability to read plans and interpret specifications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with engineering software.

Responsibilities

• Serve as on-site representative for construction projects.
• Document daily field activities and perform construction inspection.
• Coordinate with contractors and community stakeholders.

Skills

Field construction or inspection experience

Strong communication skills

Time-management skills

Collaboration and problem-solving mindset

Education

A.S. or B.S. in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

MicroStation

CAD

Job description

Are you a hands-on construction professional who enjoys being in the field, solving problems in real time, and contributing to meaningful public infrastructure work? Our Indianapolis office supports a diverse portfolio of municipal and infrastructure work, offering opportunities to develop your construction engineering skills within a collaborative and supportive team environment.

This role provides the opportunity to work directly with contractors, clients, and engineering partners, gaining real world experience while contributing to high impact projects that serve communities across the state.

At Burke, our values guide everything we do:
Collaboration & Teamwork – We work together across disciplines, welcome diverse perspectives, and solve challenges as a team.
Community Engagement – Employees volunteer hundreds of hours each year and are supported in giving back to the causes they care about.
Growth & Education – We support continuous learning through training seminars, lunch-and-learns, site visits, and tuition reimbursement.
Wellness & Well-Being – Our wellness culture includes programs like Bike to Work, Canoe to Work Day, and fitness initiatives.
Relationship-Driven Culture – We prioritize building strong relationships with clients, communities, and each other.

Sound like your kind of environment? Let’s dive into the details.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as the on-site representative for construction projects
• Document daily field activities and perform construction inspection
• Coordinate with contractors, owners, engineering teams, and community stakeholders
• Assist with construction contract administration and pay applications
• Support RFIs, change orders, and project documentation
• Track quantities and perform basic field calculations
• Identify field issues and help develop effective solutions
• Attend project meetings and communicate updates to supervisors
• Support additional construction-related project needs as assigned

What You Bring

Typical backgrounds may include:

• A.S. or B.S. in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
• Field construction or inspection experience (internships, co-ops, or full-time)
• Familiarity with roadway, utility, or municipal infrastructure construction
• Ability to read plans and interpret specifications
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; exposure to MicroStation or CAD is a plus
• A collaborative, problem-solving mindset and interest in technical growth

If you have strong construction experience and enjoy being in the field, even if your background doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply.

Why Join Burke?

At Burke, you’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on a wide range of meaningful municipal and infrastructure projects across Indiana. Our Indianapolis office is part of a strong statewide network that supports transportation, water resources, environmental, and community-focused initiatives, giving you exposure to diverse project types and professional pathways.

We boast a highly talented, experienced and educated team and are proud of our successful, long-term relationships with a wide variety of clients across Indiana. When you join us, you’ll find:

• Clear progression pathways
• Supportive mentorship and hands-on project exposure from experienced professionals
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, generous PTO, 401(k) matching, and discretionary year-end bonuses
• A collaborative team that values your ideas, supports your career goals, and celebrates shared success

Christopher B. Burke Engineering, LLC. (Burke) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Burke to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, changes in marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or medical or common conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, parenthood, creed, veteran’s status, veteran’s disability and physical or mental disability, citizenship status or unfavorable discharge from the military. Burke intends that all matters related to recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, terminations, layoffs and recalls, as well as all Burke sponsored social and recreational programs, and all treatment on the job, be free of unlawful discriminatory practices. If you need to inquire about an accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email [e-mail].

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