Entry-Level Construction Project Engineer: Grow in PM & Field

Pepper Construction Group LLC; Hobart (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision

Life and disability insurance

401k match

Student loan repayment

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Mental health services

Job summary

Pepper Construction in Hobart, IN is seeking a Construction Project Engineer to support project teams in budgeting, scheduling and coordination. This entry‑level role works closely with Project Managers and Superintendents to gain hands‑on experience across documentation, safety and closeout.

Candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering, have 0–5 years of related experience, and bring strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or a related field.
• 0-5 years of construction or general contractor experience preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, leadership and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Support project budgets, estimates, schedules, procurement and subcontractor coordination.
• Assist with project documentation, meetings, quality control, safety and issue resolution.
• Help monitor costs, forecast project performance and support closeout activities.
• Build strong relationships with clients, architects, subcontractors and internal project teams.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Leadership

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Job description

Pepper Construction in Hobart, IN is seeking a Construction Project Engineer to support project teams in budgeting, scheduling and coordination. This entry‑level role works closely with Project Managers and Superintendents to gain hands‑on experience across documentation, safety and closeout.

Candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering, have 0–5 years of related experience, and bring strong communication and organizational skills.