Construction Project Engineer
About The Position
Michael Baker International’s Construction Services staff supports clients by acting as their trusted on-site agent through all phases of construction, from pre-design to close-out, by providing qualified construction managers, inspectors, constructability reviewers, schedulers, estimators and safety experts. As new technologies evolve throughout the construction industry, innovative ideas are required to maintain and deliver successful construction projects. Michael Baker is seeking a motivated and detail‑driven Construction Project Engineer to support the successful delivery of transportation infrastructure projects. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced construction leaders, contribute to high‑visibility roadway and bridge projects, and play a key role in ensuring quality, compliance, and efficiency from construction start through completion. The Project Engineer can sit in either Milwaukee or Madison.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline
- 6+ years of construction engineering or transportation infrastructure experience
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Experience supporting roadway, bridge, or transportation construction projects
- Familiarity with DOT construction standards and specifications (WisDOT or similar preferred)
- Knowledge of construction materials, methods, and quality control testing
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and pay items
Responsibilities
- Support the management and delivery of highway, roadway, and bridge construction projects
- Assist the Construction Project Manager with day‑to‑day project execution, documentation, and coordination
- Review construction plans and specifications to ensure work aligns with contract requirements
- Monitor contractor activities and verify compliance with plans, specifications, and safety standards
- Track quantities, review pay estimates, and assist with justification of contractor payments
- Perform field observations and inspections, documenting work progress and issues
- Assist with resolving constructability issues and responding to contractor RFIs
- Coordinate and monitor material testing activities, including concrete, soils, and aggregates
- Prepare daily work reports, field documentation, and reports using electronic systems
- Communicate effectively with clients, inspectors, contractors, and internal project teams
- Support constructability reviews and design‑related tasks between field assignments, as needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
