Construction Project Engineer Jobs in Wisconsin
Construction project engineer jobs in Wisconsin are consistently active, with steady demand from the state's infrastructure, commercial development, and industrial manufacturing construction sectors at career levels from entry-level field engineer to senior project lead. Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay are the primary hiring centers, where firms like Mortenson Construction, Boldt, and Kiewit maintain a lasting presence and regular openings. Specialties in infrastructure rehabilitation, healthcare facility construction, and industrial plant projects see the most consistent demand across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Do you want to be part of the Riley Construction Co., Inc. team? We are one of the fastest growing commercial construction companies in the Southeastern WI/Northern IL area and great things are happening!
We currently have an opening for a qualified Project Engineer to support the Madison, WI area.
The Project Engineer directs, coordinates, and exercises functional authority for planning, organization, controlling, integration, and completion of project within areas of assigned responsibility. Area of responsibility is typically focused on the earliest project management skills required for professional development to higher levels of project management.
Initial Responsibilities:
- Sets up phase and cost codes for new projects.
- Maintains and updates project schedule, as needed.
- Gathers information for change orders and compile for PM approval.
- Captures meeting minutes, as needed.
- Participates in development of punch list items.
- Assembles the OperationMaintenance manuals for the owner at the conclusion of a project.
- Ensures project documents are "living" and current in co. software.
- Manages request for information (RFI) documents.
- Timely procure and review project submittals, with guidance if needed.
- Works closely with Project Manager on bid day, assisting with summarizing subcontractor bids for the various scopes of work as outlined in the construction specifications.
- Works closely with Project Coordinator and Project Secretary in the documentation for the various aspects of a project.
- Works closely with project Foreman or Superintendent in problem solving, information gathering and various other aspects of a project.
- Partners with and provides support to Project Manager.
- Timely procure and review project closeouts, with guidance if needed.
- Construction document management.
- Possible on-site field placement for larger jobs.
- Writing scopes.
- Attend job meetings.
- PCO's collect pricing/back-up, review for accuracy.
- Update project scheduling.
- Involved in Ops planning/production.
Once an individual displays mastery of all job duties assigned to a Project Engineer, opportunities for growth include:
- Coordinates subcontractors on a project.
- Reviews job cost reports and understands TM reports.
- Prepares monthly financial projection for review.
- Assists with basic accounting processes for the job.
- Approves invoices.
- Awards scopes.
- Run/manage job and subcontractor meetings.
- Runs small projects, as a way to test new skills.
- Timely procure and review project submittals, without guidance.
- Timely procure and review project closeouts, without guidance.
- Assemble/present PCO's.
- Job set-up.
- Create job projections and billings.
- Reviews billings with Project Manager.
- Create schedule.
- Experience with project estimating.
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Ops planning understand the production management side of project management:
- Scheduling
- Pull planning
- Ops planning
- Resource allocation
- Understanding flow, value and waste
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, or similar discipline
- Strong Math Skills
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, pleasant working environment and team atmosphere. Come join an established firm whose core values include Humility, Integrity, Flexibility and Initiative...understanding that it all begins with our employees!
Riley Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer
* No sponsorship available for this position.*
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What Wisconsin Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in construction project engineer jobs across Wisconsin.
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a closely related field
- Engineer Intern credential or progress toward Professional Engineer licensure through the Wisconsin DSPS
- Proficiency with project scheduling software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project
- Experience reading and interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents
- Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and site safety compliance practices
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with subcontractors and project stakeholders
Construction Project Engineer Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a construction project engineer in Wisconsin?
Most Wisconsin employers require a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field. Engineers pursuing the professional licensure path register as an Engineer Intern through the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services after passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, then work toward the Professional Engineer license. Construction management graduates often enter without pursuing PE licensure but benefit from project field experience and certifications such as OSHA and LEED credentials.
How much do construction project engineers make in Wisconsin?
Construction project engineers in Wisconsin earn a median of about $94,600 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $67,590 for the lowest 10% to over $131,040 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire construction project engineers in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin construction project engineer roles are posted by Michels, Ayres Associates, and The Boldt Company and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Wisconsin's concentration of large general contractors, industrial facility owners, and public infrastructure clients means openings appear across both private firms and public agencies throughout the state.
Which Wisconsin cities have the most construction project engineer jobs?
Madison, Waukesha, and Lomira have the most construction project engineer openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee leads because of its scale of commercial, infrastructure, and institutional construction activity, while Madison's ongoing development tied to the university and state government sustains consistent demand, and Green Bay draws openings from its manufacturing and regional commercial construction base.
Are there remote construction project engineer jobs in Wisconsin?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of construction project engineer openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting that most of the role is site-facing by nature. The parts of the work most amenable to remote arrangements include submittal review, RFI coordination, scheduling updates, and cost reporting during pre-construction or planning phases.
How can I get hired as a construction project engineer in Wisconsin with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a co-op or internship with a Wisconsin general contractor, which many firms like Boldt and Mortenson run for students still completing their degree. Graduates without field experience often start as field engineers or project engineers in training on smaller commercial or infrastructure projects. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam and holding an OSHA 30-hour card strengthens any entry-level application, and Wisconsin's active public infrastructure projects offer additional entry points through public agency openings.
Where can I find and apply to construction project engineer jobs in Wisconsin?
You can find and apply to construction project engineer jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current Wisconsin openings from employers across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and target location, then apply directly to each one.
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