Construction Project Engineer at Michael Baker International

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Aug, 26

Salary

130000.0

Posted On

07 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Construction Management, Project Engineering, Transportation Infrastructure, Roadway Construction, Bridge Construction, Plan Review, Quality Control, Field Inspection, Quantity Tracking, RFI Management, Material Testing, DOT Standards

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

CONSTRUCTION SERVICES PRACTICE 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. What We're Looking For: 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. What You'll Do: * 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 What You Need to Succeed: * 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 Compensation: The approximate compensation range for this position is $82,000 - $130,000. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location. Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity. Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous. We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life. We Make a Difference. Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status. EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination. *It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. *There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.

Responsibilities

Support the management and delivery of highway, roadway, and bridge construction projects by coordinating day-to-day execution and documentation. Monitor contractor compliance with plans and safety standards while performing field observations and resolving constructability issues.