Wolverine Building Group

Construction Project Engineer

Wolverine Building Group  •  Grand Rapids, MI (Onsite)  •  8 days ago
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Job Description

We are excited that you are thinking about taking the next steps of your career at Wolverine Building Group and joining us to positively impact people and communities. Wolverine Building Group is recognized nationally as a leader in the construction industry. We specialize in industrial, multi-unit residential, healthcare, office, retail, and restaurant construction. We're proud to be nationally recognized as one of the "Best and Brightest Companies to Work For."


We’re looking for a Construction Project Engineer to join our team in a hands-on, high-impact role supporting projects from preconstruction through closeout. This is an ideal opportunity for someone early in their construction career who wants real exposure, real responsibility, and a team that will invest in their growth.
You’ll have the support of experienced Project Managers and Superintendents, gaining firsthand experience in how projects actually get built—while contributing meaningfully from day one.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support project teams across all phases of construction
  • Assist with permitting, bid coordination, subcontract management, and cost tracking
  • Attend meetings, take notes, and maintain accurate project documentation (RFIs, submittals, schedules, reports)
  • Coordinate with field teams and participate in site walks to monitor progress and identify issues
  • Assist with budgeting, change orders, invoicing, and project financial tracking
  • Support safety planning and help maintain a strong safety-first culture
  • Communicate with internal teams, clients, subcontractors, and design partners
  • Contribute wherever needed—this role requires a team-first, hands-on approach
  • What We're Looking For

    • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (or equivalent experience)
    • Strong organization and communication skills
    • Comfortable working both in the field and in an office setting
    • Proactive mindset with a willingness to learn and take initiative
    • Valid driver’s license
    • Preferred: Internship or field experience, familiarity with Procore, OSHA 10 (or willingness to obtain)

    Work Environment & Schedule

    • Typically 40 hours/week with occasional overtime
    • Occasional early mornings, evenings, or rare weekends depending on project needs

    Joining our collaborative work environment provides opportunities for advancement, competitive wages, and great benefits including:

    • Low-cost medical insurance options, including a HDHP with HSA match

    • Dental, vision, basic life, voluntary life, short- and long-term disability insurance

    • 401(k) retirement plan with generous employer match

    • Company holidays, parental leave, and paid time off

    • Profit-sharing / performance-based bonus

    • Personal growth opportunities through training and education; tuition reimbursement

    • Opportunities to engage in community involvement and paid volunteer time

    Wolverine Building Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

    Wolverine Building Group

    About Wolverine Building Group

    Wolverine Building Group is known nationally as construction leaders who “Positively Impact People and Communities.” Specializing in industrial, multi-unit residential, healthcare, office, retail and restaurant construction, our dedicated team of master builders guide diverse projects with vision, innovation, integrity and craftsmanship.

    Industry
    Construction & Skilled Trades
    Company Size
    51-200 employees
    Headquarters
    Grand Rapids, Michigan
    Year Founded
    1939
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