Project Engineer

Synectics Inc.; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Job summary

Synectics Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer in Detroit, MI to lead planning, design, execution, and oversight of construction and building systems projects. You will coordinate internal and external resources, manage budgets and schedules, and ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

The role requires collaborating with engineers, operations, contractors, and business partners to deliver cost-effective solutions and maximize asset reliability and value.

Qualifications

• Experience leading construction and capital projects.
• Knowledge of building systems engineering (HVAC, electrical, mechanical).
• Budget ownership and strong stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, design, execution, and oversight of construction and building systems projects.
• Coordinate internal and external design resources and contractors to deliver projects.
• Develop and monitor project budgets, schedules, and procurement activities.
• Ensure safety, code compliance, and regulatory requirements across projects.
• Foster relationships with customers, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to achieve objectives.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Construction coordination

Budget management

Building systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

ACC (Autodesk Construction Cloud)

Autodesk Forma

Job description

• Responsible for leading the planning, design, execution, and oversight of construction and building systems projects that maximize the value, reliability, and lifecycle performance of facility assets.
• This role manages the development and implementation of project designs using internal engineering resources, external consulting firms, or design-build delivery methods.
• The Project Engineer directs all phases of project execution, coordinating internal construction trades, contractors, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
• Accountable for developing, monitoring, and controlling project budgets, schedules, and resources while maintaining a strong focus on cost efficiency and operational excellence.
• Ensures projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget while meeting customer expectations, organizational objectives, and all applicable local, state, and federal codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Serves as a key liaison between engineering, operations, contractors, and business partners to identify solutions, mitigate risks, and drive continuous improvement throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead the design, engineering, and construction of capital improvement and facility infrastructure projects.
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, procurement activities, and contractor performance.
• Coordinate internal and external design resources to develop practical, cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Oversee construction activities to ensure quality workmanship, safety compliance, and adherence to project specifications.
• Identify and mitigate project risks while proactively resolving technical and operational challenges.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable building codes, environmental regulations, and safety standards.
• Foster strong relationships with customers, stakeholders, contractors, and cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.
• Drive project execution strategies that maximize facility asset value, reliability, and long-term performance.
  

Description

• Responsible for leading the planning, design, execution, and oversight of construction and building systems projects that maximize the value, reliability, and lifecycle performance of facility assets.
• This role manages the development and implementation of project designs using internal engineering resources, external consulting firms, or design-build delivery methods.
• The Project Engineer directs all phases of project execution, coordinating internal construction trades, contractors, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
• Accountable for developing, monitoring, and controlling project budgets, schedules, and resources while maintaining a strong focus on cost efficiency and operational excellence.
• Ensures projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget while meeting customer expectations, organizational objectives, and all applicable local, state, and federal codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Serves as a key liaison between engineering, operations, contractors, and business partners to identify solutions, mitigate risks, and drive continuous improvement throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead the design, engineering, and construction of capital improvement and facility infrastructure projects.
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, procurement activities, and contractor performance.
• Coordinate internal and external design resources to develop practical, cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Oversee construction activities to ensure quality workmanship, safety compliance, and adherence to project specifications.
• Identify and mitigate project risks while proactively resolving technical and operational challenges.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable building codes, environmental regulations, and safety standards.
• Foster strong relationships with customers, stakeholders, contractors, and cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.
• Drive project execution strategies that maximize facility asset value, reliability, and long-term performance.
  

Qualifications

• Microsoft Project preferred.
• ACC (Autodesk Construction Cloud) and/or Autodesk Forma experience preferred
• Construction and capital project management experience
• Bachelors Degree preferred
• Building systems engineering experience (HVAC, electrical, mechanical, facilities infrastructure, etc.)
• Budget ownership and strong stakeholder management skills
  

Benefits

Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.

Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

Vision Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first of the month following at least 1 calendar year after employment begins.

Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.