Miller Davis is a privately owned Michigan construction company with more than 117 years of experience serving clients throughout Michigan and beyond. Headquartered in Kalamazoo, the company provides general contracting, construction management, design-build, and construction consulting services. Miller Davis specializes in commercial, higher education, K–12, government, healthcare, industrial, faith-based, and nonprofit construction. The company also self-performs select demolition, concrete, steel, carpentry, and architectural trades work.

The Project Engineer Position

The Project Engineer provides technical and project coordination support to Project Management, Estimating, and Field Supervision from preconstruction through closeout. The role offers a path for professional growth, with potential progression toward a Project Manager or Superintendent role.

The Project Engineer maintains the project schedule, assists with job cost tracking, helps coordinate contractors and material deliveries, and processes RFIs, shop drawings, and submittals.

Experience, Skills and Abilities for the Project Engineer Position

• A bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field, or equivalent experience, is required
• Entry-level construction experience is welcomed
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings, specifications, and schedules
• Internship, co-op, or prior commercial construction experience, and experience with Autodesk and Bluebeam, preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Project
• Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and time-management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, and design professionals
• Demonstrated interest in professional growth within construction project management or field operations

Compensation, Benefits and Structure for the Project Engineer Position

The Project Engineer position offers a competitive base salary based on experience, skills, and abilities, as well as a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; company-paid life insurance; paid holidays and paid time off; a 401(k) plan with company match; and flexible and remote work schedules.

This is a full-time position based in the Kalamazoo, MI office.

Recruitment Process for the Project Engineer Position

The recruitment process includes a combination of preliminary phone screens and interviews, and a pre-employment background check. The process, which is being facilitated through EctoHR, Inc. is designed to ensure that candidates are aligned with our client's mission and vision.

Miller Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer!