Job Title: Construction Project Engineer

Location: Wheatfield, IN (On-site 5 days/week)

Duration: 2-Year+ Contract (contract-to-hire)

Rate: $50 – $70/hr (W2)

Qualifications

• Construction Management degree (B.S.) or Engineering degree preferred

• 3–5+ years of experience in construction, heavy industrial, or power generation projects

• Experience working on large complex projects with mixed labor/non-labor cost structures

• Experience building or supporting combined cycle or simple cycle power plants

• Experience managing or executing heavy industrial construction work

• General contracting experience preferred

• Familiarity with multiple disciplines (civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, etc.)

• Ability to interpret technical specifications, drawings, and design documents

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to read & interpret business reports, correspondence, and procedure manuals

• Strong presentation skills to communicate effectively with managers, clients, and stakeholders

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to interpret technical instructions in mathematical/diagram formats

• Ability to work with abstract and concrete variables with minimal standardization

• Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently and in team environments

• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a proactive problem solver

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

• Report to the designated location or field assignment five days per week

• Support fluctuating working hours as needed to align with project execution

• Provide oversight on contract adherence related to performance, scope, cost, schedule, and quality

• Routinely monitor contract milestones and ensure obligations are being met

• Analyze and interpret project plans, technical specifications, and quality requirements

• Support on-site construction management for field execution activities

• Conduct site inspections to verify progress and compliance with plans, specifications, safety, and quality standards

• Supervise and coordinate submittal processes and working drawing requirements

• Prepare or support preparation of reports, specifications, plans, environmental studies, and other design-related documents

• Provide contract interpretation and support clarifications as needed

• Maintain and update project schedules with assistance from construction managers or schedulers

• Understand cost and productivity metrics

• Track, verify, and report cost and income quantities for work performed

• Review and approve contractor progress billings

• Maintain and analyze job cost reports and projections

• Support job cost control in collaboration with construction management teams

• Prepare accurate monthly cost, income, and cash flow projections

• Execute and approve vendor and subcontractor invoices

• Coordinate pricing and support change order preparation and claims review

• Respond quickly to project issues and proactively resolve problems

• Maintain organized project correspondence, logs, and documentation

• Prepare quality control (QC) procedures and review departmental procedures for compliance

• Issue and implement QC measures in alignment with contract requirements

• Assist with audits, QC problem preparation, and corrective measures for non-compliance

• Serve as liaison with suppliers and internal/external stakeholders for quality matters

• Prepare agendas, meeting minutes, and action item logs for weekly update meetings

• Assist in development of executive presentations

• Support project controls by reviewing schedules and forecasts

• Assist in drafting RFIs and NCR responses

• Support logistics specialist in reviewing and inventorying materials and equipment

• Assist Project Manager with daily activities such as communications matrices, procurement documentation, and lessons learned

Work Authorization Requirement

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Blue Star Partners LLC will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT, or any other employment-based visa