Project Engineer – Water/Wastewater (Self-Perform)

Baker Construction Enterprises Inc.; Indianapolis, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Construction Enterprises Inc. in Indianapolis, IN, is seeking a Project Engineer to support planning, coordination, and execution of large-scale water and wastewater projects.

You will collaborate with project managers, superintendents, and field teams to ensure safety, schedule, and budget compliance while upholding top quality standards. The role emphasizes Baker Waters’ self-perform capabilities, with a focus on wastewater treatment plants and water systems.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of water/wastewater construction or related heavy civil work.
• BS in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related discipline.
• Working knowledge of construction practices, scheduling, and safety protocols.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel; experience with Bluebeam preferred.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong technical and mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and distribute contract documents, addenda, field orders, RFIs, and RFPs.
• Review and track shop drawings and submittals for specification compliance.
• Support project quality control efforts, including deviation reports, pre-pour inspections, and testing requirements.
• Coordinate RFIs among owners, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Assist in preparing proposals and owner change order requests, including pricing of self-perform work.
• Maintain “As-Built” drawings and prepare project close-out documentation.
• Collect and organize O&M manuals, guarantees, and warranties.
• Help maximize efficiency and quality through effective use of self-perform work.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Safety protocols

Education

BS in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Bluebeam

Job description

Baker Construction Enterprises Inc. in Indianapolis, IN, is seeking a Project Engineer to support planning, coordination, and execution of large-scale water and wastewater projects.

You will collaborate with project managers, superintendents, and field teams to ensure safety, schedule, and budget compliance while upholding top quality standards. The role emphasizes Baker Waters’ self-perform capabilities, with a focus on wastewater treatment plants and water systems.