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Overview

Confidential Client is hiring an Entry Level Construction Project Engineer to support structural steel work on a large hyperscale data center construction project in Mooresville, IN. This role combines hands-on Quality Control (QC) inspection with Project/Field Engineering support. The assignment is onsite, full time, contract-based, and offers significant overtime and a clear path to increased responsibility.

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What You’ll Do

• Perform field quality inspections to verify structural steel and related work meet drawings, specifications, and project quality standards
• Track, document, and support resolution of construction quality issues from identification to closure
• Maintain organized quality records, including inspection reports, photographs, logs, and related documentation
• Assist with RFIs, submittals, material tracking logs, drawing updates, and project correspondence
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications to support field execution
• Track punch list items and corrective actions to completion with appropriate documentation
• Coordinate daily with Project Managers, Superintendents, field crews, inspectors, and third-party testing agencies
• Act as a liaison between field personnel and project management to ensure timely communication
• Support field teams with construction technology platforms and document control systems (Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, etc.)
• Participate in quality meetings, field walks, coordination meetings, and project planning
• Monitor project issues and communicate potential impacts before they affect schedule or quality
• Support routine reporting requirements including progress, quality, and issue tracking updates
• Assist Project Managers and Superintendents with day-to-day coordination and problem resolution
• Learn project processes and systems quickly and assume increasing responsibility over time

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Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic construction experience or related education
• Ability to read and interpret basic construction drawings
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills
• Experience with data tracking, recordkeeping, or project documentation
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple documentation streams
• Clear, professional communication skills with field personnel and stakeholders
• Comfortable working outdoors and in an active construction environment
• Ability to pass pre-employment background check and drug screen
• Willingness and ability to work an anticipated schedule of approximately 58–60 hours per week
• Residence in or near central Indiana with ability to commute to the project site without per diem

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Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field
• 0–3 years construction experience; recent graduates encouraged to apply
• Structural steel construction or QC/QA experience
• Project Engineer or Field Engineer experience
• Experience with Bluebeam for markups and drawing review
• Experience with Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, or similar platforms
• OSHA 30 certification
• Familiarity with RFIs, submittals, material tracking, punch lists, inspections, and project closeout

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Work Environment & Schedule

• Full-time, onsite at a large hyperscale data center construction site in Mooresville, IN
• Primary work locations: on-site construction trailer and field inspection areas
• Typical schedule: five 10-hour weekdays plus one 8-hour Saturday (significant overtime possible)
• Regular outdoor exposure and movement between trailer, field, and inspection locations
• Emphasis on safety, quality, and team collaboration

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Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour (final pay within this range depends on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors)
• This is a contract position; benefits eligibility may vary by classification and duration
• Potential benefits (if eligible): medical, dental & vision; 401(k) with pre-tax and Roth options; life insurance; short and long-term disability; HSA; transportation benefits; employee assistance program; time off policies

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Key Keywords (for applicants)

• Construction Project Engineer
• Quality Control Inspector
• Structural steel inspection
• Field Engineer
• Procore, Bluebeam, Autodesk Construction Cloud
• OSHA 30

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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