Construction Project Engineer

  • Indianapolis, Indiana
  • Full Time
Construction Project Engineer
Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Project Engineer to assist Project Managers in the successful execution of construction projects. This office-based role emphasizes financial and administrative aspects of project management. The projects include water treatment facilities and industrial developments with pre-engineered metal buildings across the U.S. In Central Indiana, the portfolio covers K-12 schools, car washes, parks and recreation facilities, National Guard projects, and renovations or additions to company headquarters. Some travel will be required.

Responsibilities

  • Support Project Managers with financial tracking, budgeting, and forecasting for multiple projects.
  • Prepare and manage RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
  • Assist in contract administration and ensure compliance with project requirements.
  • Coordinate procurement activities, including vendor communication and purchase order tracking.
  • Generate and maintain project documentation, including cost reports and progress updates.
  • Utilize project management and ERP software (e.g., Procore, Viewpoint, or similar) for documentation and reporting.
  • Collaborate with internal teams, clients, and subcontractors to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery.
  • Analyze project data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
Essential Skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering.
  • Minimum of 2 years of commercial construction experience, with 1 year of water/waste water or K-12 experience considered equivalent.
  • 1 year of general contractor experience.
  • 1 year of experience with construction software.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Experience in water waste water projects.
  • Experience with pre-engineered metal buildings.
  • Institutional construction experience, including K-12 and water treatment facilities.
Work Environment

This position requires working five days per week in the office, with a typical workweek ranging from 40 to 45 hours. Travel over 60 miles will be reimbursed at $0.67 per mile. There is an opportunity for career growth, with potential to manage your own projects as an Assistant Project Manager.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $78000.00 - $82500.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Indianapolis,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 22, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email ... for other accommodation options.

Job ID: 484396417
Originally Posted on: 7/8/2025

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