Project Engineer

MAC Construction & Excavating, Inc. Position: Project Engineer Location: New Albany, IN About Us: MAC Construction & Excavating, Inc. is a respected leader in heavy civil and highway construction. We take pride in delivering high-quality infrastructure projects through teamwork, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. Join our growing team and be part of projects that shape communities. Position Overview: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Engineer to support the successful delivery of construction projects. Under the leadership of the Project Manager and General Superintendent, the Project Engineer will play a vital role in overseeing daily operations, ensuring technical accuracy, supporting field staff, and maintaining budget and schedule compliance. This role is ideal for someone with strong organizational skills and a passion for civil construction. In order to be successful, this candidate should feel comfortable taking on many tasks that require various skills, and appropriately prioritizing those tasks' completion. Key Responsibilities: Serve as the liaison between the office and field operations, providing day-to-day project support Review project drawings, specifications, and related documents to ensure full understanding of project requirements Assist in preparing project budgets, schedules, and submittals Solicit and evaluate quotes from vendors and subcontractors Manage procurement of materials and subcontracted services Generate project-related spreadsheets to track job cost, invoices, and material yields Analyze job cost reports, daily production logs, and field diaries to help control costs Prepare and submit monthly billings in collaboration with field personnel and owner representatives Maintain up-to-date construction schedules and assist in progress monitoring Assist with preparing quarterly job cost projections for management review Assist with pricing, documentation, and coordination of change orders or claims Take a proactive role in identifying and resolving project-related issues Perform other duties as assigned by the Project Manager or General Superintendent Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred Prior experience in heavy highway or civil construction strongly preferred Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office Ability to work collaboratively with both office and field personnel Why Join MAC Construction? Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunities for professional development and career growth A team-oriented environment with a strong commitment to safety and quality