Construction Project Lead Jobs in Indiana

Construction Project Lead jobs in Indiana are concentrated in Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and Evansville, where large-scale commercial, infrastructure, and industrial construction keeps demand steady year-round. Major employers with lasting Indiana footprints include Messer Construction, Pepper Construction, and Eli Lilly's capital projects division, all of which regularly need leads who can manage ground-up builds, renovation programs, and public-sector contracts. The most in-demand specialties are commercial interiors, heavy civil, and healthcare facility construction. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles82
Top employerNiSource
Top cityIndianapolis, IN
Cities hiring18
Work type75% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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CEI Services
Electrical Construction Project Manager – Transportation Systems
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Electrical Construction Project Manager – Transportation Systems
CEI Services
Indianapolis, Indiana
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$120k - $1600k/yr
Bachelor's degree in construction management

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William Charles Construction
Electrical Construction Project Manager – Transportation Systems
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Electrical Construction Project Manager – Transportation Systems
William Charles Construction
Indianapolis, Indiana
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$120k - $1600k/yr
Bachelor's degree in construction management
51-200

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MasTec Inc
Electrical Construction Project Manager – Transportation Systems
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Electrical Construction Project Manager – Transportation Systems
MasTec Inc
Indianapolis, Indiana
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$120k - $1600k/yr
Bachelor's degree in construction management
10,000+

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General Motors (GM)
Construction Project Manager
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Construction Project Manager
General Motors (GM)
Indiana
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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MGAC
Mid to Senior Construction Project Manager- Electrical
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Mid to Senior Construction Project Manager- Electrical
MGAC
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Data Analytics
Data Science
$125k - $165k/yr
Associate's degree

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Construction Project Lead Jobs by City in Indiana

Where Indiana roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Fort Wayne
11 jobs
South Bend
8 jobs
Valparaiso
5 jobs
Hobart
2 jobs
Lebanon
2 jobs
Nappanee
2 jobs
Greenfield
2 jobs
Wheatfield
2 jobs

Construction Project Lead Job Market in Indiana

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

Who's Hiring

NiSource
NiSource4 open roles
MKS
MKS3 open roles
MGAC
MGAC3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Agriculture & Farming
  • Investment & Asset Management

What Indiana Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in construction project lead jobs across Indiana.

  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field
  • Five or more years of field experience managing construction crews and subcontractors
  • OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification current and verifiable
  • Proficiency with project management software such as Procore or Autodesk Build
  • Demonstrated ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings
  • Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to job sites across Indiana

Construction Project Lead Jobs in Indiana: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a construction project lead in Indiana?

Most construction project leads in Indiana start with a degree in construction management, civil engineering, or architecture from a program like Purdue University's building construction management track, then gain field experience as a superintendent or project engineer. Indiana does not require a state license for the project lead role itself, but employers expect an active OSHA 30-Hour card and, for public projects, familiarity with Indiana Department of Transportation standards. Advancing to lead typically takes several years managing subcontractors on progressively larger projects.

Which companies hire construction project leads in Indiana?

Companies currently hiring construction project leads in Indiana include NiSource, MKS, and MGAC, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Indiana's strong healthcare construction and interstate infrastructure investment keeps hiring active well beyond the largest general contractors.

Which Indiana cities have the most construction project lead jobs?

Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and South Bend consistently have the most construction project lead openings in Indiana. Indianapolis drives volume through its expanding healthcare campuses, convention and stadium projects, and suburban commercial development, while Fort Wayne and Evansville anchor regional demand through industrial plant expansions and municipal infrastructure work that keep mid-size general contractors fully staffed.

Are there remote construction project lead jobs in Indiana?

Yes, but they're rare. About 25% of construction project lead openings tied to Indiana are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the fundamentally on-site nature of the role. The portions most likely to be handled off-site are preconstruction planning, budget reviews, and owner reporting, while daily site supervision and subcontractor coordination require a physical presence on the project.

How can I get hired as a construction project lead in Indiana with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a project engineer or assistant superintendent role with a mid-size Indiana general contractor such as Messer Construction or Hagerman Group, both of which run structured early-career programs for graduates without field experience. Completing Purdue's building construction management co-op program or an AGC of Indiana apprenticeship pathway builds the site exposure employers want. Earning an OSHA 30-Hour card before applying signals job-site readiness and separates first-time candidates from the field.

Where can I find and apply to construction project lead jobs in Indiana?

You can find and apply to construction project lead jobs in Indiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current Indiana openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, preferred region, and project type, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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