Project Engineer - Higher Education Construction

Top Contractor in Ohio

ESOP Program - Fully Vested after 3 years About Our Client

Our client is a employee-owned commercial construction and construction management firm with a long track record of delivering high-quality building projects across the Midwest and Southeast. Founded in the early 1930s, the company has grown regionally while staying true to its heritage as a trusted builder focused on safety, craftsmanship, innovation, and community impact.

As a construction manager and general contractor, they lead complex projects across a range of market segments including healthcare, higher education, aviation, industrial, science & technology, federal/military, and other commercial sectors. Over the decades, they've developed a reputation for lean planning, collaborative design-build practices, and building strong, long-lasting relationships with clients, partners, and subcontractors

Been around for 89 years

85% Repeat Business

$250M in revenue just in Columbus

ESOP Program - Fully Vested after 3 years Job Description

As a Project Engineer, you will:

Support project safety programs, including enforcing safety procedures and promoting a Zero-Injury culture

Perform site and building layout tasks, ensuring accurate physical placement of work per plans.

Manage document control, including tracking and organizing shop drawings, submittals, change orders, progress photos, and daily reports.

Coordinate scheduled construction activities and help keep field work aligned with project timelines.

Support quality control processes, often through structured quality systems on site.

Coordinate and communicate with subcontractors, suppliers, and workforce, ensuring trade coordination and material flow.

Help manage shop drawing and submittal review processes with design and field teams

Expedite delivery of components and materials to help maintain the project schedule.

Assist with processing change orders and documentation, including tracking and reporting.

Support project controls tasks, such as scheduling input, cost reporting, and project management solutions.

Perform other duties as assigned, contributing to successful project delivery. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

1+ Years of Experience

MEP Experience is a PLUS

Strong desire for professional growth and long-term thinking, with a willingness to take on increasing responsibility.

Good communication skills, both written and verbal, enabling clear reporting and coordination.

Organized and detail-oriented, capable of juggling multiple tasks and managing documentation meticulously.

Problem-solving mindset with practical judgment to address challenges on the job site

Commitment to safety, supporting and promoting a Zero-Injury Safety culture on all projects.

Team player mentality, comfortable working alongside site managers, engineers, and field teams to deliver quality results

Basic technical skills such as document control, understanding shop drawings/submittals, and familiarity with scheduling and quality control processes What's on Offer

Competitive base salary between $75,000 and $90,000, depending on level of experience

ESOP Program - Fully Vested in 3 years

Comprehensive benefits package, typically including Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, life insurance and short-term disability coverage

Retirement savings plan (401(k)) with company contributions.

Paid time off (PTO) - vacation days that increase with tenure, plus paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement for eligible continuing education.

Training programs, mentorship, and career growth initiatives

Contact

Troy Cantu

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