Construction Project Engineer — Budget, Permits & Collaboration

International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO); Brighton (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-sponsored health insurance

Company-matched 401(k)

Flexible vacation, sick, and time-off

Performance-based bonus opportunities

Clothing reimbursement

Vehicle allowance

Company-issued cell phone

Company-issued laptop/tablet

Standard in-office hours 7:00/8:00 a.m

4:00/5:00 p.m.

Job summary

International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) in Brighton, MI is seeking a Project Engineer to support project and pre-construction managers. You will coordinate with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers, help with permitting, shop drawings, and documentation, and assist with cost tracking and forecasting on active projects.

The role emphasizes collaboration, reliability, and thorough organization, with opportunities for a performance-based bonus and

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a Project Engineer or similar construction support role.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask across cost tracking, permitting, and documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication with solid interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving mindset; comfortable giving and receiving direction.
• Customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Represent the company professionally on every project.
• Work collaboratively with engineers, architects, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Participate in meetings and contribute to project planning.
• Assist with permitting, including coordination with municipal authorities.
• Organize shop drawings, submittals, and project drawings.
• Support cost tracking and budget forecasting throughout the project.
• Assist with bid solicitations, evaluations, and final selection of subcontractors and suppliers.
• Maintain the subcontractor database, insurance compliance, and historical estimating data.
• Prepare and issue subcontractor purchase and change orders.
• Prepare meeting minutes and manage project documentation and file control.
• Provide technical support across Operations, Pre-Construction, and Leadership teams.
• Help build and maintain company culture across the team.

Skills

Project coordination

Construction support

Documentation management

Communication

Problem-solving

Customer service

Job description

International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) in Brighton, MI is seeking a Project Engineer to support project and pre-construction managers. You will coordinate with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers, help with permitting, shop drawings, and documentation, and assist with cost tracking and forecasting on active projects.

The role emphasizes collaboration, reliability, and thorough organization, with opportunities for a performance-based bonus and