Construction Project Engineer

The Planet Group; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Planet Group in Detroit, MI is seeking an experienced project leader to manage capital improvement and facility infrastructure projects on a 12-month contract. This hybrid role requires onsite presence and travels as needed to drive project success.

The position involves leading scopes, budgets, schedules, procurement, and contractor performance, while coordinating design resources and ensuring regulatory compliance and safety across all activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, engineering, and construction of capital improvement and facility infrastructure projects.
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, procurement activities, and contractor performance.
• Coordinate internal and external design resources to develop practical, cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Oversee construction activities to ensure quality workmanship, safety compliance, and adherence to project specifications.
• Identify and mitigate project risks while proactively resolving technical and operational challenges.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable building codes, environmental regulations, and safety standards.
• Foster strong relationships with customers, stakeholders, contractors, and cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.
• Drive project execution strategies that maximize facility asset value, reliability, and long-term performance.

Job description

Location: Detroit, MI

Work Schedule: Hybrid – onsite at least 3 days per week

Travel: Approximately 40%

Job Type: Contract – 12 months

Pay Rate: $48–$52.38/hour

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, engineering, and construction of capital improvement and facility infrastructure projects.
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, procurement activities, and contractor performance.
• Coordinate internal and external design resources to develop practical, cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Oversee construction activities to ensure quality workmanship, safety compliance, and adherence to project specifications.
• Identify and mitigate project risks while proactively resolving technical and operational challenges.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable building codes, environmental regulations, and safety standards.
• Foster strong relationships with customers, stakeholders, contractors, and cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.
• Drive project execution strategies that maximize facility asset value, reliability, and long-term performance.