Virtual Construction Services - Project Engineer I

Pepper Construction Group LLC; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) match

Student loan repayment

Paid time off

Parental leave

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Pepper Construction Group LLC is seeking a Virtual Design and Construction Project Engineer to advance reality capture and field technology on Indiana projects. The role involves drone operations, laser scanning, data processing, and digital layout workflows for field teams.

The position balances office work with active site presence, reporting to the Senior Project Manager, Virtual Construction, and supporting self-perform operations and project teams throughout Indiana.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Construction Technology, or related field (or equivalent).
• 1-4 years in construction, VDC, or project engineering.
• Interest in construction technology and innovation.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Office and field environment capabilities.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform field data collection using UAV/drone systems and terrestrial laser scanning.
• Process, organize, and maintain reality capture data for project use.
• Support construction progress tracking, quality verification, and as-built documentation.
• Assist with reality capture workflows on active projects.
• Maintain reality capture equipment, software, and data standards.
• Follow safety protocols for drone operations.
• Support digital layout for self-perform operations.
• Develop layout information from project models and drawings for field use.
• Coordinate with teams to ensure accurate, constructible layout information.
• Promote adoption of field technology to improve project execution.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Office & field work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

FAA Part 107 certification

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Job description

With offices in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Ohio, Pepper Construction is a national general contracting and construction management firm that primarily serves the private sector. Pepper Construction provides clients the experience and resources of a national company, combined with the hands-on approach of a local company.

Virtual Design and Construction Project Engineer - Reality Capture & Field Technology

Position Overview

We are seeking a VDC Project Engineer - Reality Capture & Field Technology to support construction technology initiatives on our projects throughout the state of Indiana. This role will assist with reality capture efforts through drone operations, laser scanning, data processing, and digital layout workflows that support project teams and self-perform operations.

This position will split time between the office and active construction sites. The successful candidate will play a key role in collecting and processing project data, supporting field technology initiatives, and helping self-perform teams leverage digital construction tools in the field.

This position reports directly to the Senior Project Manager, Virtual Construction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform field data collection using:
  • UAV/drone systems
  • Terrestrial laser scanning
• Process, organize, and maintain reality capture data for use by project teams
• Support construction progress tracking, quality verification, and as-built documentation efforts
• Assist with the implementation and execution of reality capture workflows on active construction projects
• Maintain reality capture equipment, software, and project data standards
• Follow safety protocols and regulatory requirements for drone operations
• Support self-perform operations through the creation and management of digital layout files
• Utilize project models, drawings, and construction documents to develop layout information for field use
• Coordinate with project teams and self-perform crews to ensure layout information is accurate and constructible
• Support the adoption of field technology solutions that improve project execution and productivity

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Construction Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 1-4 years of experience in construction, VDC, project engineering, or a related field
• Strong interest in construction technology and innovation
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively in both office and field environments
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Preferred:

• Experience with drone operations (FAA Part 107 certification is a plus)
• Experience with laser scanning equipment
• Working knowledge of Autodesk Revit
• Familiarity with BIM/VDC workflows
• Exposure to construction layout, field technology, or self-perform operations
• Experience interpreting construction drawings and models

What Success Looks Like:

• Reliable collection and processing of reality capture data
• Effective support of self-perform operations through digital layout workflows
• Accurate and organized project information that supports field teams
• Strong collaboration with project teams and VDC staff
• Continued growth in the use of reality capture and field technology across projects

Why Pepper?

• Great benefits (medical, dental, vision) and 401(k) match-your future is in good hands!
• Vacation time, PTO, holidays, floating holidays and more!
• Student loan repayment program
• Opportunities to network and grow professionally
• A supportive team environment that celebrates success
• Engaging and fun company-wide events
• Volunteer opportunities
• Meaningful work that brings a positive impact to communities

Pepper Construction is dedicated to offering our employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that prioritizes their physical, financial, and emotional well-being. We offer medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans, a generous 401k match, and a student loan repayment benefit. In addition to paid time off for company holidays, vacation, and personal days, Pepper offers fully paid medical and parental leave, mental health services, and more.

For additional information, visit www.pepperconstruction.com

Pepper Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome all qualified applicants and encourage veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses to apply. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Please note: Pepper does not sponsor work visas.