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Project Engineer / APM - Early Career (0-4 Years) in Columbus

Date Posted: 19 October 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

Overview

Just starting out or a few years in? A growing Columbus commercial GC/construction manager with public and private work across Ohio wants an early-career Project Engineer / APM to learn from experienced PMs on school, higher-ed, municipal, and private work. If you deliver results and care about doing it right, let's talk.

Responsibilities

  • Support project teams on K-12, higher-ed, municipal, and private projects
  • Track submittals, RFIs, and closeout documents
  • Help with schedules, look-aheads, and meeting minutes
  • Spend time in the field learning sequencing and quality control
  • Grow into APM and PM responsibilities

Requirements

  • 0–4 years of experience (internships and co-ops count)
  • Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field
  • Strong organization and follow-through
  • Comfort with MS Office; Procore/Bluebeam a plus
  • Team player who wants a long-term career in construction

Benefits / Why Apply

  • Competitive salary and benefits, plus bonus potential
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Training and mentorship from day one

Confidential search. All inquiries are handled discreetly. Apply now or contact Melissa Klocksiem at GPAC.

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.

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