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Project Engineer

CompanyMcShane Construction Company
LocationMadison
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 16, 2026
About The Company
Founded 40 years ago, we’re proud to have built a reputation as a leader in the construction of high-quality facilities. Our clients are a diverse group – so we provide a diverse set of contracting options and work with them to find the right solutions for their projects. This ensures the right fit for our clients’ business requirements and organizational cultures. We build projects in the multi-family, industrial, commercial, health & fitness and institutional markets. We improve the supply chain management process, increase operational efficiencies and build environments that foster creativity. Our commitment to sustainable construction helps improve the communities in which we build. The structures we create provide our clients with more than just a building – we deliver an environment that enables them to achieve their goals.
About the Role

Description

McShane Construction Company is looking for a Project Engineer!


As a Project Engineer, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality multi-family, industrial, and commercial projects while developing project management skills to advance your career. You’ll become proficient in project controls, build knowledge of project financials, and develop skills necessary to lead project meetings. Through multiple project lifecycles, you’ll gain essential experience ensuring safety, timeliness, and adherence to budgets and McShane quality standards.


Company Benefits

• Vision, Dental, & Health Coverage

• 401(k) with up to 4% Company Match

• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance

• Student Loan Assistance

• 15 PTO Days

• Paid Parental Leave


Responsibilities:

Preconstruction

• Review project drawings to become familiar with project details and scope

• Assist in bid tab evaluation by reviewing Subcontractor proposals and confirming scope

• Assist in PQM process for all subcontractors


Project Controls

• Create, maintain and manage all project RFI’s, submittals, material procurement, drawings and drawings changes, meetings minutes, punch lists, and closeouts

• Manage the review and approval process of all documents associated with project controls

• Understanding and ability to analyze executed Owner contract and 20ish contract terms review

• Confirm subcontractor insurance compliance throughout project

• Participate in the preparation of job cost reports utilizing accounting reports, field resources, and project management resources. Participate in the preparation of Applications for Payment to the project owner.

• Help research and provide options to resolve project challenges/conflicts that arise


Schedule Management

• Participate in the preparation of project schedules and updates


Quality Management

• Become familiar with the company’s Quality Assurance Program

• Assist in management of Inspection Tracking Logs, QA/QC compliance logs


Safety

• Become familiar with the company’s Safety Program

• Participate in preparing specific project safety plan

• Participate in and assist in weekly jobsite safety orientation meetings

• Perform weekly job site safety audits


Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field Internship experience preferred

• Ability to effectively communicate with clients, design consultants and trade partners.

• Fully proficient with construction management software including Salus, PlanGrid and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Full-time, in-office position.

• Must live within one hour of Madison, WI. Relocation will not be offered for this position.

• Valid U.S. Driver’s License required.

• Authorization to work in the U.S. required.



This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, cell phone allowance, and all company-sponsored employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match and profit sharing, student loan assistance, and PTO.


McShane Construction, established in 1984, is a national award-winning general contractor specializing in multi-family, industrial, commercial, and healthcare markets. As a female-owned and led business, we are committed to integrity, innovation, and collaboration, offering a rewarding career environment. With headquarters in Rosemont, IL, and regional offices in Auburn, AL, Madison, WI, Nashville, TN, and Phoenix, AZ, our impact spans nationwide.


McShane Construction cultivates a culture of inclusion where every individual’s unique background and perspective are embraced. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.


No Agency Inquiries Please: The McShane Companies (McShane Construction Company, Cadence McShane Construction Company, and Conor Commercial Real Estate) do not accept unsolicited resumes, candidates’ names or summaries from staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters. The McShane Companies will not pay a placement fee in connection with any such unsolicited resumes.


Key Skills
Project managementProject controlsFinancial analysisSchedule managementQuality assuranceSafety complianceRFI managementSubmittal managementMaterial procurementBid evaluationConstruction managementSalusPlanGridMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunicationContract review
Categories
ConstructionEngineeringManagement & Leadership
Benefits
Vision coverageDental coverageHealth coverage401(k) with company matchLife insuranceDisability insuranceStudent loan assistancePaid time offPaid parental leaveDiscretionary bonusCell phone allowanceProfit sharing
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Project Engineer will manage project controls, including RFIs, submittals, and schedules, while ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and budget standards. They will also assist in preconstruction activities such as bid evaluations and project documentation management.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
215
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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