Construction Engineer Jobs in Michigan

Construction engineer jobs in Michigan are active across infrastructure, automotive manufacturing, and commercial development, with openings at every level from entry-level project support through senior site leadership. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing anchor most of the hiring, where firms like AECOM, Barton Malow, and the Michigan Department of Transportation consistently bring on construction engineers. The most in-demand specialties are transportation infrastructure, industrial facility construction, and civil site development tied to Michigan's ongoing highway and bridge programs. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles23
Top employerJobot
Top cityDetroit, MI
Cities hiring15
Work type86% On-site
Top industryStaffing

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Ghafari
Construction Field Representative/Field Engineer
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Construction Field Representative/Field Engineer
Ghafari
Lansing, Michigan
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
Bachelor's degree in architecture
201-500

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Rockford
Construction Project Engineer
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Construction Project Engineer
Rockford
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Project & Program Management
Construction Management
Quality Control
Administrative & Office Support
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's

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The University of Michigan
Construction Project Engineer Senior
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The University of Michigan
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Construction Project Engineer Senior
The University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Healthcare Administration
Program Management
Project Management
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in architecture
10,000+

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Construction Engineer
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Added 1w ago
Construction Engineer
VE Infrastructure Group
Lansing, Michigan
Program Management
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
$67k - $92k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in construction management

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Verizon
Network Construction Engineer
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Verizon
Added 3w ago
Network Construction Engineer
Verizon
Southfield, Michigan
Customer Support
IT Support
Technical Program Management
$96k - $157k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Construction Engineer Jobs by City in Michigan

Where Michigan roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Detroit
3 jobs
Novi
2 jobs
Lansing
2 jobs
Livonia
2 jobs
Ann Arbor
2 jobs
Southfield
2 jobs
Farmington Hills
2 jobs
Dexter
1 job
Pontiac
1 job

Construction Engineer Job Market in Michigan

A snapshot from current Michigan openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Jobot
Jobot6 open roles
Fishbeck
Fishbeck4 open roles
Kroger
Kroger1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Technology & Software
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Michigan Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in construction engineer jobs across Michigan.

  • Professional Engineer (PE) license issued or recognized by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs
  • Bachelor's degree in civil, construction, or structural engineering from an ABET-accredited program
  • Proficiency with project management software such as Procore, Primavera P6, or Bluebeam
  • Experience reading and interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and contracts
  • Familiarity with Michigan Department of Transportation standards and local municipal permitting processes
  • OSHA 30-hour construction safety certification or equivalent site safety credential

Construction Engineer Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a construction engineer in Michigan?

Becoming a construction engineer in Michigan starts with a bachelor's degree in civil or construction engineering from an ABET-accredited program, followed by passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam and accumulating supervised work experience before applying for a Professional Engineer license through the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. Many Michigan employers will hire engineers-in-training while they work toward full PE licensure, particularly on transportation and infrastructure projects.

How much do construction engineers make in Michigan?

Construction engineers in Michigan earn a median of about $92,100 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,920 for the lowest 10% to over $130,400 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire construction engineers in Michigan?

Employers hiring construction engineers in Michigan right now include Jobot, Fishbeck, and Kroger, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Michigan's strong mix of public infrastructure investment and private industrial construction keeps demand steady across both large engineering firms and regional specialty contractors.

Which Michigan cities have the most construction engineer jobs?

Detroit, Novi, and Lansing have the most construction engineer openings in Michigan. Detroit leads because of the concentration of major engineering firms, automotive facility projects, and regional infrastructure work, while Grand Rapids draws hiring from commercial and industrial construction growth in western Michigan and Lansing reflects steady public-sector and state transportation work.

Are there remote construction engineer jobs in Michigan?

Yes, but they're rare. About 14% of construction engineer openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the role depends on physical site presence, inspections, and contractor coordination. The tasks most likely to be done remotely are design review, submittal processing, scheduling, and project documentation work.

How can I get hired as a construction engineer in Michigan with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for co-op or intern-to-hire programs, since Michigan firms like Barton Malow and AECOM regularly convert engineering interns into full-time project engineers after graduation. Entry-level titles like project engineer, field engineer, and construction inspector are the most common first roles, and passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam early signals readiness to Michigan employers even before PE licensure.

Where can I find and apply to construction engineer jobs in Michigan?

You can find and apply to construction engineer jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings across infrastructure, industrial, and commercial construction. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly to the ones that match.

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