Construction Project Engineer: Field & Office Impact

Ramservices; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle allowance $400 per month

Company-issued cell phone and tablet

Annual apparel allowance $300

Job summary

RAM Construction Services is seeking a Project Engineer to support the successful execution of restoration and commercial construction projects. This role is ideal for an early‑career or developing construction professional who is looking to grow within project management while gaining hands‑on experience in both office and field operations.

The Project Engineer supports Project Managers and Superintendents by coordinating documentation, tracking costs and schedules, assisting with technical

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Internship, co‑op, or 1–2 years of construction‑related experience.
• 2–5 years of experience in project engineering, project coordination, or construction project support.
• Experience supporting commercial, or civil construction projects preferred.
• Field exposure and experience working directly with Superintendents and construction crews is strongly preferred at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers and Superintendents with day‑to‑day project coordination from preconstruction through project closeout.
• Support project planning activities, including scope review, scheduling, budgeting, and material procurement.
• Track project progress, production quantities, and costs for restoration and commercial construction.
• Review drawings, specifications, and contract documents to understand project scope and requirements.
• Assist with submittals, RFIs, meeting minutes, and document control processes.
• Provide technical support to help ensure work complies with plans, specifications, safety standards, and applicable codes.
• Participate in jobsite walks, inspections, and progress reviews to verify quality, productivity, and safety compliance.
• Coordinate materials, equipment, and subcontractor needs to support field operations.
• Assist in evaluating materials, means, and methods appropriate for restoration, repair, and commercial construction work.
• Participate in internal and external project meetings.
• Communicate professionally with field teams, subcontractors, vendors, consultants, and internal departments.
• Identify project risks, issues, or conflicts and elevate them appropriately to project leadership.

Skills

Project coordination

Documentation management

Budgeting & cost tracking

Reading drawings

Procore/Bluebeam familiarity

Communication & teamwork

Field/site experience

Multitasking under deadlines

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Internship/Co-op or 1–2 years experience

2–5 years construction experience

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

RAM Construction Services is seeking a Project Engineer to support the successful execution of restoration and commercial construction projects. This role is ideal for an early‑career or developing construction professional who is looking to grow within project management while gaining hands‑on experience in both office and field operations.

The Project Engineer supports Project Managers and Superintendents by coordinating documentation, tracking costs and schedules, assisting with technical