PROJECT ENGINEER

PROJECT ENGINEER- INDIANAPOLIS, IN

ABOUT VALLEY INTERIOR SYSTEMS

Valley Interior Systems was founded in 1981 as a union interior subcontracting firm specializing in drywall, framing, acoustical ceilings, and plastering serving the Cincinnati Tri-State area. Today Valley Interior Systems operates offices with a full staff in Cincinnati, Columbus, Dayton, Toledo, and Cleveland Ohio, Lexington, Kentucky, Nashville, TN and is debuting into Indianapolis, IN offering our clients unmatched dedicated service and quality craftsmanship.

At Valley, we pride ourselves on delivering top-quality products through cutting-edge technology and a dedicated team. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team in this role. If you're passionate about commercial construction and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, we'd love to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Project Engineer is responsible for assisting in planning and managing the successful completion of client projects and overseeing aspects of commercial construction projects, from planning and budgeting to execution and completion.


WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Builds productive working relationships within the project team by helping communicate project needs, updates, and changes, and following up on questions, obstacles, or issues as directed.
• Helps communicate project expectations, updates, and deadlines to team members and stakeholders in a timely manner, while tracking project progress, milestones, and deliverables.
• Prepares and shares project status reports, updates, and supporting information as needed; documents problem areas, tracks follow-up items, and communicates concerns to the appropriate team members to support project completion and customer satisfaction.

• Coordinates communication between Valley, owners, representatives, advisors, customers, and General Contractors by routing project-related questions, gathering information, supporting clarifications, and sharing updates on design issues, scope changes, quality concerns, or project delays with the appropriate team members.
• Maintains positive working relationships within the project team by helping communicate project needs, updates, and changes, and following up on questions, obstacles, or issues as directed.
• Reviews project plans, specifications, and requirements to support Superintendents and Project Managers with planning, scheduling, and day-to-day coordination. Gathers and organizes project information, helps identify potential issues, and communicates concerns related to delays, unexpected expenses, or project risks to the appropriate team members.
• Helps track project timelines, budgets, and quality requirements by monitoring assigned tasks, maintaining documentation, and communicating updates or concerns to the project team.
• Documents project risks, issues, or changes by gathering supporting information and helping coordinate follow-up with the appropriate team members.

WHO YOU ARE

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field
• 1-3 years' experience and/or background in commercial construction and project management; Drywall experience preferred
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management software
• Strong project management skills, including planning, budgeting, and risk management
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and vendors
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Driver's License- ability to travel to job sites and other Valley locations when needed

WHY JOIN US?

• Be part of a growing team and work on high profile projects
• Competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for growth
• A collaborative environment that values innovation, efficiency, and craftsmanship
• Competitive Paid Time Off plan and holidays
• Extensive 401(k) plan with matching contributions up to 3.5% of an employee's qualifying income and up to 11.5% profit sharing program.
• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k))
• Opportunity to grow within a stable and supportive company

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical requirements are those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodations:

• The physical demands of this position require the ability to communicate orally and in writing, hear at a conversational level, use both hands, distinguish depth, and operate a motor vehicle.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently (34-66% time on job) be required to sit, use fingers. Occasionally (6-33% time on job) the employee will be required to stand, walk, grip with pressure, and twist or bend wrists. Infrequently (2-5% time on job) the employee may be required to climb up to 5 flights of stairs, carry 10 lbs. up to 10 ft., and keep wrists and feet in prolonged positions of flexion or extension. Rarely (1% time on the job or less) the employee will be required to stoop, balance, kneel, crawl, reach, repeatedly bend, perform hand over hand pulling, twist while rotating the torso, climb ladders up to 6 ft., pull 5 lbs. up to 5 ft., push 10 lbs. up to 10 ft., lift up to 35 lbs., and use hand and foot controls.

This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant.

Valley Interior Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer who encourages diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.