Project Engineer

At Findorff, we bring expertise and value in construction that extends far beyond building. From humble beginnings in 1890, Findorff has grown into one of the Midwest's most respected construction firms, known for delivering quality and building lasting relationships across the country. As an employee-owned company, our people take pride in shaping communities through their dedication and craftsmanship.

The Project:

The project includes an 8-story residential building with a partial wrap of a 9-story parking structure, totaling over 1M sf of student housing. The new build will consist of 404 units and 1,546 bedrooms. The property will feature a rooftop pool, spa, fitness center, and basketball court as amenities. The first phase of the project broke ground in February 2026 with phase one completing in summer of 2028 and second phase completing in summer of 2029.

As a Project Engineer, you will gain hands-on experience in Estimating, Field Operations, Safety, and Project Management. Our program is designed to ensure engineers are exposed to various aspects of construction, with the goal of developing robust construction knowledge, financial literacy, safety, quality, and becoming well-rounded in all aspects of the construction industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform take-offs, pricing, and bid package preparation.
• Assist with bidder communications and bid-day activities.
• Conduct constructability and spec reviews.
• Prepare and track subcontracts, purchase orders, and change orders.
• Manage RFIs, change documents, and project schedules.
• Oversee closeout activities, including punch lists and submittals.
• Support the Superintendent with scheduling, material orders, and tracking productivity.
• Manage RFIs, punch lists, and addenda updates.
• Assist with project closeout.
• Conduct routine safety audits and jobsite planning.
• Gain insight from safety supervisors and attend OSHA training.

Qualifications:

• Strong communication skills, including verbal, written, interpersonal, and nonverbal communication.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• A proactive, self-motivated approach with a commitment to learning and professional growth.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field.
• Internship, co-op experience, or 2+ years of relevant industry experience in project management, field engineering, or estimating.
• Exposure to construction project management, scheduling, cost management, and subcontractor coordination is preferred.
• Familiarity with industry best practices, construction methods, safety regulations, and quality control measures.

Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive pay and benefits
• A people-first, inclusive culture
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Generous PTO and floating holidays
• Healthy 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Paid Parental Leave
• Findorff Shop credit to buy company swag
• Career growth and development
• Mentorship and guidance

Diversity matters. Findorff recognizes the talents of all, appreciating the different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives that make us a stronger company and partner for the communities we live and work in.

Findorff provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.