Construction Project Engineer

Miller-Davis Company; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision plans

401(k) with company match

Life insurance & disability

Performance-based bonus

Generous PTO & holidays

Tuition & professional development

Job summary

Miller-Davis Company is seeking a Project Engineer to support all phases of construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. The role blends office and field work, collaborating with owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

You will gain hands-on experience in project coordination, documentation, scheduling, quality control, and field operations while growing toward aProject Manager or Superintendent role.

Qualifications

• Supports construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Collaborates with project teams, clients, architects, engineers and subcontractors.
• Manages schedules, budgets, and field operations to ensure safety and on-time delivery.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Project Managers, Estimators, and Field Supervisors to drive project success.
• Communicate between Owners, Architects/Engineers, Contractors, and Suppliers.
• Maintain and update project schedules to keep everything on track.
• Assist in managing budgets and controlling job costs.
• Coordinate contractor activities and expeditematerial deliveries.
• Support contract and purchase order preparation.
• Review and process shop drawings and submittals.
• Help implement quality assurance and sustainable construction practices.
• Champion safety by enforcing the Safety Program and regulations.

Skills

Project coordination

Budget management

Scheduling

Communication

Quality control

Safety compliance

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Project Engineer – Build Your Future with Miller-Davis!

Your Role:

As a Project Engineer, you will support all phases of construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. Working in both the office and the field, you will collaborate with project teams, clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to help ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, on time, and within budget. This role provides valuable hands‑on experience in project coordination, documentation, scheduling, quality control, and field operations.

What You’ll Do:

• Partner with Project Managers, Estimators, and Field Supervisors to drive project success.
• Serve as a key communicator between Owners, Architects/Engineers, Contractors, and Suppliers.
• Maintain and update project schedules to keep everything on track.
• Assist in managing budgets and controlling job costs.
• Coordinate contractor activities and expedite material deliveries.
• Support contract and purchase order preparation.
• Review and process shop drawings and submittals.
• Help implement quality assurance and sustainable construction practices.
• Champion safety by enforcing Miller‑Davis’s Safety Program and regulations.

What You Bring:

• Strong computer skills, especially in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Project, PowerPoint).
• A passion for construction and a drive to grow into a Project Manager or Superintendent role.
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Life Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Performance-Based Bonus Program
• Generous PTO, Paid Holidays & Flexible Work Schedules
• Tuition & Professional Development Reimbursement

Our Commitment to Diversity:

Miller-Davis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities to apply and grow with us.