Senior Project Engineer

5 Star Recruitment; Farmington Hills (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm seeks an experienced Senior Project Engineer in Farmington Hills, MI, to support Project Managers in overseeing multiple industrial projects. The ideal candidate excels under high expectations with a proactive and organized mindset. Responsibilities include managing 2-4 projects, analyzing civil drawings, and utilizing tools like AutoDesk and Bluebeam. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s in Construction Management and at least 4 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience as a Project Engineer.
• Strong ability to read and interpret civil drawings with confidence.
• Experience with industrial construction is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Project Managers to ensure seamless project execution.
• Manage 2-4 projects simultaneously, ranging from $150K to $400K+.
• Analyze and interpret civil drawings with precision and confidence.

Skills

Organizational skills

Proactive mindset

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Team-oriented mindset

Education

Bachelor’s in Construction Management

Tools

AutoDesk

Bluebeam

Excel

Outlook

Job description

• We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer to support our Project Managers in overseeing multiple industrial projects.
• The ideal candidate is hyper‑organized, proactive, and detail‑oriented, a true self‑starter with a strong backbone who can handle high expectations.
• If you love working in a fast‑paced, results‑driven environment and want to make a meaningful impact, this is the role for you.
• You’ll be trusted with significant responsibilities and expected to deliver top‑tier results with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with Project Managers to ensure seamless project execution
• Analyze and interpret civil drawings with precision and confidence
• Manage 2-4 projects simultaneously, ranging from $150K to $400K+
• Leverage AutoDesk, Bluebeam, Excel, and Outlook to keep projects on track
• Bring a keen eye for detail and exceptional follow‑through to every aspect of your work
• Thrive in a culture of high expectations, accountability, and collaboration

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 4 years of experience as a Project Engineer
• Industrial construction experience is a plus but not required
• Strong ability to read and interpret civil drawings with confidence
• A Type A personality, organized, proactive, and driven to get things done
• Ability to work independently and excel under high expectations
• A strong work ethic and team‑oriented mindset
• Proficiency in AutoDesk, Bluebeam, Excel, and Outlook is required

Must Have

• Bachelor’s in Construction Management
• 4 years minimum working for a General Contractor, a self‑starter mindset and attitude
• Experience with AutoDesk, Bluebeam, Excel, and Outlook to keep projects on track