Construction Project Manager Jobs in Indiana
Construction Project Manager jobs in Indiana concentrate in commercial, industrial, and infrastructure construction, with strong demand from highway and bridge work, manufacturing facility builds, and urban redevelopment projects. Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and South Bend are the primary hiring metros, where firms like Pepper Construction, Shiel Sexton, and Duke Energy anchor consistent openings. The most in-demand specialties are infrastructure and transportation, commercial ground-up, and industrial facility construction. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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About Us
For over 60 years, M. J. Electric, LLC, a Quanta Services company, has built-long standing working relationships and an industry-wide reputation as the single source solution to our customer’s electrical utility construction and maintenance needs.
MJE values integrity, is inspired by our work, and is invested in delivering quality projects for our customers. Our culture is a product of our core values and operating principles which unite our personnel. Their professional competence and intelligent innovation result in outstanding customer satisfaction. We stand by everything we do.
We are committed to investing in our employees and their growth through training, tools, equipment, industry-leading safety measures, advancement opportunities and more. At M. J. Electric, you aren’t just applying for job, you are building a career.
About this Role – Project Manager
We are looking for a talented Project Manager who has passion for quality construction. This position is responsible for the supervising, directing, and coordinating the construction and associated project management of electric utility construction projects. The Project Manager acts as the single point of management responsibility from project pre-planning to total construction administration services, participating in the development of processes, procedures, and systems to deliver projects to our customers on schedule and within budget.
What You’ll Do
- Work with the project team to oversee construction activity to ensure projects are constructed in accordance with design, budget, and schedule.
- Interface with owner/client, and on-site construction crews as required to ensure project safety, quality, project schedule and other milestones are met.
- Prepare electrical utility construction proposals and estimates, including drawing take-offs.
- Expected to forecast and report on project profitability while managing project budget.
- Coordinate all aspects of job set up to incorporate MJE standards regarding safety, scheduling, document control plan, cost codes, job cost spread, material/tooling plan, billing, etc.
- Work with the project team to plan and evaluate performance adjustments needed to stay within budget and on schedule for project completion.
- Interface with client/owner representative, IBEW union members and subcontractors.
- Continuously exercise leadership capabilities in managing field employees and utility construction work while following company and contract requirements.
- Provide correspondence and present project expectations and status to field employees and clients in a group setting.
- Quote change orders from drawing changes, RFI’s and customer requests and process accordingly.
- Work with field leadership to ensure the project has adequate resources to maintain schedule, budget and exceed safety expectations.
- Regional travel is required.
What You’ll Bring
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
- Ability to anticipate and meet internal customer needs
- Proven communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
- Proven leadership capabilities in a management role
- Ability to present to groups of 20-40 individuals
- Knowledge of utility construction practices
- Experience managing project financials
- Extensive computer skills including familiarity with Access, Excel, and Outlook
- Strong managerial/leadership skills
- Ability to provide oversight to numerous projects throughout a large geographic area
- 4-7 years of Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering or related experience in the utility construction industry
- BS/BA in Construction Management, Business Administration, Engineering or related field preferred
- Experience with union jurisdiction and labor agreements
- Electrical utility construction (distribution, substation, transmission line) expertise is preferred
What You'll Get
- 401(k) with company match (Traditional & Roth)
- Paid Holidays and PTO
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Account
- Accident Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Lifelock Identity Theft Protection
- Employee Discounts
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
About Us
For over 60 years, M. J. Electric, LLC, a Quanta Services company, has built-long standing working relationships and an industry-wide reputation as the single source solution to our customer’s electrical utility construction and maintenance needs.
MJE values integrity, is inspired by our work, and is invested in delivering quality projects for our customers. Our culture is a product of our core values and operating principles which unite our personnel. Their professional competence and intelligent innovation result in outstanding customer satisfaction. We stand by everything we do.
We are committed to investing in our employees and their growth through training, tools, equipment, industry-leading safety measures, advancement opportunities and more. At M. J. Electric, you aren’t just applying for job, you are building a career.
About this Role – Project Manager
We are looking for a talented Project Manager who has passion for quality construction. This position is responsible for the supervising, directing, and coordinating the construction and associated project management of electric utility construction projects. The Project Manager acts as the single point of management responsibility from project pre-planning to total construction administration services, participating in the development of processes, procedures, and systems to deliver projects to our customers on schedule and within budget.
What You’ll Do
- Work with the project team to oversee construction activity to ensure projects are constructed in accordance with design, budget, and schedule.
- Interface with owner/client, and on-site construction crews as required to ensure project safety, quality, project schedule and other milestones are met.
- Prepare electrical utility construction proposals and estimates, including drawing take-offs.
- Expected to forecast and report on project profitability while managing project budget.
- Coordinate all aspects of job set up to incorporate MJE standards regarding safety, scheduling, document control plan, cost codes, job cost spread, material/tooling plan, billing, etc.
- Work with the project team to plan and evaluate performance adjustments needed to stay within budget and on schedule for project completion.
- Interface with client/owner representative, IBEW union members and subcontractors.
- Continuously exercise leadership capabilities in managing field employees and utility construction work while following company and contract requirements.
- Provide correspondence and present project expectations and status to field employees and clients in a group setting.
- Quote change orders from drawing changes, RFI’s and customer requests and process accordingly.
- Work with field leadership to ensure the project has adequate resources to maintain schedule, budget and exceed safety expectations.
- Regional travel is required.
What You’ll Bring
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
- Ability to anticipate and meet internal customer needs
- Proven communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
- Proven leadership capabilities in a management role
- Ability to present to groups of 20-40 individuals
- Knowledge of utility construction practices
- Experience managing project financials
- Extensive computer skills including familiarity with Access, Excel, and Outlook
- Strong managerial/leadership skills
- Ability to provide oversight to numerous projects throughout a large geographic area
- 4-7 years of Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering or related experience in the utility construction industry
- BS/BA in Construction Management, Business Administration, Engineering or related field preferred
- Experience with union jurisdiction and labor agreements
- Electrical utility construction (distribution, substation, transmission line) expertise is preferred
What You'll Get
- 401(k) with company match (Traditional & Roth)
- Paid Holidays and PTO
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Account
- Accident Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Lifelock Identity Theft Protection
- Employee Discounts
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
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Construction Project Manager Job Market in Indiana
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What Indiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in construction project manager jobs across Indiana.
- Active PMP or CCM certification recognized by Indiana construction employers
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field
- Proven experience managing commercial or industrial construction projects from start to finish
- Proficiency with construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or Microsoft Project
- Strong knowledge of OSHA safety standards and Indiana building codes and permit processes
- Ability to coordinate subcontractors, manage budgets, and maintain project schedules under deadline pressure
Construction Project Manager Jobs in Indiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a construction project manager in Indiana?
The most common path is earning a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or architecture, then building field experience as an assistant or superintendent before stepping into the project manager role. Indiana does not require a state-issued license specific to construction project management, but employers strongly prefer candidates who hold a Project Management Professional credential or a Certified Construction Manager designation. Experience with Indiana building codes and permit processes is a practical requirement in most listings.
How much do construction project managers make in Indiana?
Construction project managers in Indiana earn a median of about $106,390 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,270 for the lowest 10% to over $172,000 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire construction project managers in Indiana?
Indiana construction project manager roles are posted by Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, State of Indiana, and MGAC and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Indiana's mix of large general contractors, public infrastructure agencies, and manufacturing-sector owners creates a wide range of employer types actively hiring across the state.
Which Indiana cities have the most construction project manager jobs?
Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and Lebanon are the Indiana cities with the most construction project manager openings. Indianapolis drives the largest share of listings because of its scale of commercial development, infrastructure investment, and corporate campus work, while Fort Wayne and South Bend reflect sustained regional construction activity tied to manufacturing expansion and civic development in their metro areas.
Are there remote construction project manager jobs in Indiana?
Yes, but they're rare. Construction project management is a site-intensive role, and most Indiana employers expect on-site or regional presence to oversee crews, inspections, and subcontractors. About 0% of construction project manager openings tied to Indiana are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to cover preconstruction planning, estimating, or owner-side program management rather than active site supervision.
How can I get hired as a construction project manager in Indiana with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a project engineer, field engineer, or assistant superintendent with a general contractor in Indianapolis or Fort Wayne, where firms like Pepper Construction and Shiel Sexton regularly recruit new graduates from Purdue University's construction management program and Indiana State University. From there, shadowing senior project managers and earning the Project Management Professional credential accelerates the move into a full project manager seat. Internship-to-hire pipelines at these firms are a common bridge for candidates without prior site experience.
Where can I find and apply to construction project manager jobs in Indiana?
You can find and apply to construction project manager jobs in Indiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current Indiana openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find the roles that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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