Project Engineer

Actalent; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare, Dental, Vision, 401k

Job summary

Actalent in Novi, MI is seeking a Project Engineer to manage tasks from bidding through closeout on commercial construction projects. The role offers exposure to estimating, RFI management, subcontractor coordination, and progress tracking.

You will split time between office and field, collaborate with project managers and superintendents, and help maintain schedules, safety measures, and close-out documents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a similar field.
• 2+ years of experience as a Construction Project Engineer, preferably with a general contractor.
• Experience generating RFIs and tracking submittals.

Responsibilities

• Bidding / Preconstruction: solicit bids, prepare bid support, and coordinate RFIs.
• Site Safety: conduct subcontractor safety orientations and maintain safety records.
• Document Control: manage drawings, submittals, RFIs, and logs.
• Project Scheduling: assist with look-ahead schedules and progress tracking.
• Close-Out: prepare punch lists and assemble close-out binders.

Skills

RFI management

Submittal tracking

Construction management

Document control

Safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a similar field

Job description

Job Title: Project EngineerJob Description

The Project Engineer will manage various tasks throughout the construction project process, including bidding, estimating, construction, and closeout. The role provides opportunities for gaining experience and mentorship from a Project Manager and/or Superintendent.

Responsibilities

• Bidding / Preconstruction (Estimating): Make phone calls to subcontractors to solicit bids, collect and qualify bids, assist with the development of bid scope summary sheets, assist with bid approval forms and required back-up, assist with research on new/out-of-town subcontractors, track new subcontractor applications, coordinate drawings, and generate RFIs.

• Site Specific Safety Measures: Conduct subcontractor safety orientations, perform safety inspections, track and organize safety manuals and SDS, procure and maintain site signage, evaluate barricade maintenance, maintain site cleanliness, and relocate staged material as needed.

• Document Control: Track and distribute incoming drawings and bulletins, update drawing logs, review incoming submittals for conformance to contract documents, log and track submittals going to and from the A/E, prepare and submit RFIs, ensure RFIs are sent to all affected subcontractors, document project scope changes and extra work orders, and maintain drawings, submittals, and RFIs within databases and project binders.

• Project Schedule/Construction Progress: Take and file progress photos, assist Superintendent with daily report preparation, track onsite construction progress, assist in the development of three-week look-ahead schedules, communicate with subcontractors regarding labor and material availability, maintain material status reports, track subcontractor productivity, and assist with onsite supervision and management of trades.

• Project Close-Out: Create and track punch lists, track required close-out documentation, assist with scheduling required owner training, review and compile as-built drawings, and create and distribute close-out binders/flash drives.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a similar field

• 2+ years of experience as a Construction Project Engineer, preferably with a general contractor

• Experience with generating RFIs and tracking submittals

• Proficiency in construction management, document control, safety, field construction, project coordination, and construction administration

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience on commercial, warehouse, or industrial projects is a bonus

Work Environment

The position involves a mix of office and field work, with approximately 50% of the time spent in each environment. The office is a very nice space with about 50 employees, including teams for sales, project management, project engineering, estimating, and administration. The company is team-focused and customer-focused, with a strong emphasis on building relationships and a culture-driven focus. There will be some local travel to job sites, primarily day trips, with most projects located within Metro Detroit.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of NOVI, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55000.00 - $80000.00/yr.

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.

• Healthcare, Dental, Vision, 401k

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in NOVI,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 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.