Project Engineer: Lead Large-Scale Builds & Growth

Michael Page; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) contributions

Mentorship and guidance

Clear career development plan

Job summary

MPI is seeking a Project Engineer in Indianapolis, Indiana to drive the preconstruction and project execution process on $20M+ commercial/industrial builds, collaborating with Superintendents and PMs to keep major projects on schedule and on budget.

You will build strong subcontractor relationships, support bid processes, RFIs, submittals, change orders, budgets, and schedules, while coordinating with field teams to deliver high-quality outcomes on large-scale projects.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience working with a General Contractor in a construction environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage construction administration and document control.
• Prepare, track, and distribute submittal schedules and project documentation.
• Support the Project Manager with change orders, subcontractor scheduling, invoicing, and monthly job cost reviews.
• Work alongside the Superintendent on RFIs, QA/QC documentation, and day-to-day field operations.
• Assist with preconstruction activities, including estimating, takeoffs, and quantity calculations.
• Manage closeout documentation, punch lists, and final project requirements.
• Hard-working, driven, and eager to learn, grow, and build a long-term career in construction.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with subcontractors and vendors throughout the bidding process while helping develop detailed project scopes.
• Support Project Managers with RFIs, submittals, change orders, budgets, schedules, and overall project documentation.
• Coordinate closely with Superintendents, subcontractors, and project teams to keep projects moving efficiently.
• Visit jobsites as needed to stay connected to field operations and provide hands-on project support.
• Play a key role in keeping projects organized, on budget, on schedule, and set up for success.

Job description

MPI is seeking a Project Engineer in Indianapolis, Indiana to drive the preconstruction and project execution process on $20M+ commercial/industrial builds, collaborating with Superintendents and PMs to keep major projects on schedule and on budget.

You will build strong subcontractor relationships, support bid processes, RFIs, submittals, change orders, budgets, and schedules, while coordinating with field teams to deliver high-quality outcomes on large-scale projects.