Project Engineer for General Contractor

About the role

Build your career in construction management with an award-winning Midwest multifamily builder. With nearly 40 years of construction and development experience, Horizon builds multifamily housing and other signature projects—including master-planned mixed-use neighborhoods, commercial/retail, and themed hotel waterpark resorts—across Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, and Michigan. As a Project Engineer, you’ll support high-impact multifamily construction projects from preconstruction through closeout, backed by an employee-first culture recognized as a Top Workplace for seven consecutive years—and the mentorship and growth opportunities that come with it.

Responsibilities

• Construction Management Support: project planning by reviewing requirements/specifications and helping coordinate schedules; manage construction drawings, document control, and permitting workflows; assist with bid solicitation, scope review, and contract document preparation; monitor project schedules and support quality walks/inspections to meet project standards; attend and document project start-up, subcontractor, owner, and progress meetings (agendas, minutes, action items); support project cost management: budget tracking, buyout support, forecasts, invoices, purchase orders, and change orders.
• Field Operations: assist with field quality audits to verify workmanship, materials, and installation standards; create and help drive punch list completion; track corrections through closeout; support site safety planning, toolbox communication, and compliance with Horizon and OSHA expectations; partner with the Superintendent to identify and resolve deficiencies, RFIs impacting field work, and potential hazards.
• Project Coordination: maintain accurate, current project plans, specifications, and drawing sets (document control); track and route project documentation: warranties, punch list status, O&M manuals, submittals, RFIs, and change orders; prepare project reports, meeting minutes, agendas, and logs within project management software (e.g., Procore); support contract processing, compliance documentation, and day-to-day administrative coordination; support special projects and continuous improvement efforts, as assigned.
• Bid Coordination & Estimating: support bid package development, subcontractor outreach, bid-day coordination, and database/vendor list maintenance; assist with quantity takeoffs, bid leveling, estimate analysis, and subcontractor scope coordination.

Skills

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Able to manage multiple priorities independently while collaborating across project teams.
• Proficiency with construction/project management software (Procore preferred) and scheduling tools (Primavera, Microsoft Project), plus Microsoft Office.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents (plans/specs), perform accurate calculations, and support RFIs/submittals.
• Detail-oriented and deadline-driven in a fast-paced construction environment.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel as needed.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some nights/weekends (typical 50–60 hours during peak periods).
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and meet standard physical demands of office and jobsite environments.

Benefits

• Award‑winning culture – Top Workplace 6 years running.
• Long‑term stability – Nearly 40 years of proven success.
• Industry leadership – NMHC Top 25 Builder (#15).
• Career growth opportunities across multiple project types and markets.
• Commitment to safety – ABC‑WI STEP Platinum Award Recipient.
• Collaborative, people‑focused environment.

Schedule

Flexible schedule required, including some nights and weekends; typical workload 50–60 hours during peak periods.