Construction Project Engineer

Actalent; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an Entry-Level Project Engineer for a Milwaukee-based construction team. You will work with Project Managers, Superintendents, and clients to help ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.

You will assist with planning, schedules, budgets, RFIs, submittals, and progress reporting while gaining hands-on experience in commercial construction from preconstruction through closeout. This onsite role offers exposure to Procore and field coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction/engineering or related field
• Internship or co-op with a General Contractor preferred
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to read construction drawings and specifications

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with planning, execution, and closeout of commercial construction projects.
• Support project schedules, budgets, and documentation.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, architects, and engineers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Participate in project meetings and maintain meeting minutes and action items.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and project correspondence.
• Track and distribute construction documents and revisions.
• Maintain accurate project files and records.
• Assist with permit and inspection coordination.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and quality.
• Support Superintendents in resolving field issues and coordinating subcontractor activities.
• Verify completed work aligns with plans and specifications.
• Support safety initiatives and compliance on job sites.
• Assist with budget tracking, change orders, and project forecasting.
• Monitor procurement schedules and material deliveries.
• Participate in progress reporting and project status updates.
• Identify and mitigate potential project risks and delays.

Skills

MS Office

Read construction drawings

Communication skills

Time management

Coordinating with teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering, or related field

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam Revu

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Project Engineer

Position Overview

Our client, a reputable Commercial General Contractor in the Greater Milwaukee area, is seeking an Entry-Level Project Engineer to join their construction team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career construction professional to gain hands-on experience managing commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.

The Project Engineer will work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, and clients to help ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with the planning, execution, and closeout of commercial construction projects.

• Support project schedules, budgets, and documentation.

• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, architects, and engineers throughout the project lifecycle.

• Participate in project meetings and maintain meeting minutes and action items.

• Manage Requests for Information (RFIs), submittals, shop drawings, and project correspondence.

• Track and distribute construction documents and revisions.

• Maintain accurate project files and records.

• Assist with permit and inspection coordination.

• Conduct regular site visits to monitor project progress and quality.

• Assist Superintendents in resolving field issues and coordinating subcontractor activities.

• Verify completed work aligns with project plans and specifications.

• Support safety initiatives and compliance efforts on job sites.

• Assist with budget tracking, change orders, and project forecasting.

• Monitor procurement schedules and material deliveries.

• Participate in progress reporting and project status updates.

• Help identify and mitigate potential project risks and delays.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering, or related field.

• Internship or co-op experience with a General Contractor is preferred.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Preferred

• Experience with Procore, Bluebeam Revu, Autodesk Construction Cloud, or similar construction management software.

• Familiarity with scheduling software such as Microsoft Project or Primavera P6.

• Knowledge of commercial construction practices and project delivery methods.

• OSHA 10 certification.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Milwaukee, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $110000.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 15, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.