Job Description

Location: Columbus, OH

Type: Full-time

About Our Client

Our client is an established commercial general contractor and construction manager serving public and private clients across Ohio.

The Role

Our client is seeking an Entry-Level/Mid-Level Project Engineer to support project managers and superintendents on commercial construction projects. This is an excellent opportunity to grow toward project management with a well-established builder. Public project experience is a plus.

What You'll Do

• Manage submittals, RFIs, and project document control
• Assist with subcontractor buyout, scopes of work, and procurement tracking
• Support schedule updates and coordinate subcontractor activities with the field team
• Prepare meeting minutes, logs, and project reports
• Assist with change order pricing, cost tracking, and pay applications
• Support public contract compliance, including prevailing wage documentation where applicable
• Conduct site walks for quality control and punch lists
• Assist with project closeout, including O&M manuals, warranties, and as-builts

What You Bring

• Four-year degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field (required)
• 0-4 years of commercial construction experience (internships/co-ops welcome)
• Ability to read plans and specifications
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with Procore, Bluebeam, or similar tools
• Strong organization, communication, and a willingness to learn

Preferred

• Public project experience (education, healthcare, government), including prevailing wage exposure
• Prior internship or experience with a commercial general contractor
• OSHA 10/30 certification

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.