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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Overview

Open roles12
Top employerMichels
Top cityMadison, WI
Cities hiring8
Work type100% On-site
Top industryAccounting

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Construction Project Engineer
Riley Construction
Madison, Wisconsin
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in construction management

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The Boldt Company
Project Engineer - Construction
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Project Engineer - Construction
The Boldt Company
Waukesha, Wisconsin
Business Development
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$66k - $84k/yr
1,001-5,000

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Project Engineer - Michels Construction, Inc.
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Project Engineer - Michels Construction, Inc.
Michels
Lomira, Wisconsin
Civil Engineering
Construction Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in construction management
1,001-5,000

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Project Engineer - Michels Construction, Inc.
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Project Engineer - Michels Construction, Inc.
Michels
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Civil Engineering
Construction Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in construction management
1,001-5,000

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REI Engineering
Civil Engineer - Project Manager Transportation Construction Services
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Civil Engineer - Project Manager Transportation Construction Services
REI Engineering
Wausau, Wisconsin
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Technical Program Management
On-Site
Bachelor of Science
11-50

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Construction Project Engineer Jobs by City in Wisconsin

Where Wisconsin roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Madison
4 jobs
Waukesha
2 jobs
Lomira
1 job
Wausau
1 job
Kenosha
1 job
Green Bay
1 job
Milwaukee
1 job
Port Washington
1 job

Construction Project Engineer Job Market in Wisconsin

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

Who's Hiring

Michels
Michels2 open roles
Ayres Associates
Ayres Associates2 open roles
The Boldt Company
The Boldt Company2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Accounting & Auditing
  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Consulting & Professional Services

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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