Project Engineer, Site Manager

Job Title:

Project Engineer (Contract to Hire)

Location: Wheatfield, IN
Work Model: Fully Onsite
Rate: $61–$71/hour
Contract Duration: September 28, 2026 – September 27, 2027
Contract to Hire: Yes
Employment Type: W-2 Only
Work Authorization: U.S. Citizens Only | Green Card holders also eligible; no visa sponsorship available
Work Schedule: 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM, with 1-hour lunch

We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to support field execution, construction management, project controls, quality, commercial activities, and contractor oversight for a large-scale power generation project in Wheatfield, IN.

This role will work closely with the Project Manager, Construction Manager, Project Scheduler, contractors, suppliers, engineering teams, and other project stakeholders to ensure work is executed safely, in accordance with contract requirements, and within approved scope, schedule, cost, and quality expectations.

The Project Engineer will provide hands‑on support across multiple engineering and construction disciplines, including civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical work. This person will review plans and specifications, monitor field progress, assist with schedule and cost controls, support quality assurance activities, track commercial issues, and help drive timely resolution of construction challenges.

The ideal candidate brings experience supporting combined cycle or simple cycle power plant construction
, heavy industrial projects, or similarly complex capital programs. This position is best suited for someone who is detail‑oriented, technically capable, comfortable in the field, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced construction environment.

• Report to the designated project site at least five days per week and provide additional support as required by project timelines.

• Support fluctuating work hours based on construction activity, project milestones, and execution needs.

• Support the onsite construction management team with day‑to‑day field execution.

• Inspect construction activities to monitor progress and ensure conformance with engineering plans, specifications, quality requirements, and construction standards.

• Coordinate with contractors, field teams, engineering, and project leadership to resolve construction issues.

• Monitor contract performance related to scope, cost, schedule, quality, and milestone adherence.

• Identify potential execution risks and elevate issues before they affect project performance.

• Provide oversight of contractor performance and confirm adherence to contractual obligations.

• Routinely monitor contract milestones, deliverables, and performance requirements.

• Interpret contract requirements and provide clarification to project stakeholders as needed.

• Assist in evaluating contractor performance against approved scope, schedule, quality, and cost requirements.

• Support preparation and evaluation of change orders, claims, and other commercial matters.

• Coordinate with the Lead Project Manager on commercial issues requiring analysis or escalation.

• Analyze and interpret project plans, technical specifications, drawings, and quality requirements.

• Support execution across multiple disciplines, including civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and related construction activities.

• Assist in drafting and reviewing Requests for Information (RFIs), Non‑Conformance Reports (NCRs), and technical responses.

• Coordinate the submittal process and working drawing requirements.

• Prepare or assist with preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, designs, and related project documentation.

• Work with engineering…