Higley Construction

Construction Project Engineer – Detroit, MI

Detroit, MI, USA

Job Description

Posted Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 4:00 AM

About the Company – Celebrating 100 Years of Building Community & 100% Employee-Owned

Higley Construction has been one of the most experienced and respected construction firms in the region. The company surpassed 100 years in business—a century shaped by an unwavering commitment to its core values of people, ethics, respect, commitment, and excellence. Since its founding in 1925, Higley Construction has partnered with clients to bring their goals and visions to life, consistently guided by honesty, integrity, and mutual respect.

At Higley Construction, we build more than buildings — we build trust, relationships, and communities. From the offices where you work, to the schools where you learn, and the hospitals where you heal, we create environments where people can live, work, and thrive. With every project, we go beyond bricks and mortar to connect people and place , delivering spaces that stand the test of time.

As a 100% Employee-Owned Company, we foster a culture of shared success, job stability, and long-term financial growth for all employees. Within the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), you're building more than a career — you're building ownership.

Position Overview:

The Project Engineer (PE) is an entry-level position that exposes the candidate to all the possible career paths available with the firm through exposure to different roles in the office and the field for 3-5 years. Through rotations in operations, safety, project controls, estimating, and business development, the PE develops a mastery of basic company processes, procedures, and systems to determine a career path best suited for his or her unique skills and interests. The PE reports to different departmental and project leaders during his or her assignments . The PE often rotates between office and field localities for the projects or assignments that he or she may be servicing at any given time. The PE provides exceptional customer service to colleagues in the office and field, owners, owner’s representatives, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders. It is unlikely that any single individual will possess all the credentials and skills we describe below, which represent the company’s vision for this position.

This is an evergreen opportunity intended to build a talent pipeline for upcoming Project Engineer openings in Detroit, Michigan. While an immediate opening may not be available, qualified candidates will be considered for future full-time opportunities as business needs arise.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates an understanding of the values and ethics that differentiate Higley Construction in the competitive marketplace.
• Understands how to read construction drawings and documents and understand general industry terminology.
• Demonstrates a commitment to problem solving, process improvement, and a willingness to contribute to initiatives that may go beyond the scope of his or her position.
• Possesses an appreciation of the value of building a professional network of industry and community relationships.
• Manages all project engineering duties including managing RFI’s, Submittals, drawing coordination, writing meeting min. and project correspondence.
• Plays an active role in maintaining a safe and secure job site.
• Assists the PM with change management.
• Assists the superintendent with field coordination and subcontractor management.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities:

• Possesses competency in business writing and public presentation skills, and is motivated to become a compelling presenter, motivator, and team leader.
• Demonstrates excellence in personal work habits.
• Understands the dedication necessary to be a project leader.
• Competent or willing to learn multiple construction software’s.
• Problem solving.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or construction-related degree, or relevant experience.
• Although no previous experience is required for this role, 1-2 years in engineering, construction management, or a related field is a benefit.
• A positive if the candidate holds engineering certifications, such as an EIT.
• Has completed co-op work rotations or similar experience.

Why Higley Construction?

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – 100% Employee-Owned
• 25 daysof Paid Time Off
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Pet Insurance
• Health/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
• 401k Contributions/Match
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Family Leave
• Paid Military Leave
• Short & Long TermDisability
• Years of Service Awards
• $1,500 Referral Bonus
• Tuition/Certification Reimbursement
• Capability for up to 16 hours / week of remote work.
• Casual Friday Policy
• Cell Phone Reimbursement
• Enterprise/National Rental Benefits

Drug and Alcohol Screening Requirement

As part of your employment with Higley Construction, an initial pre-employment drug and alcohol test is required . This is followed by company-wide annual and random drug and alcohol testing for all employees for the duration of your employment. Higley Construction prohibits employees from being under the influence of substances such as drugs or alcohol during work hours. Higley Construction is dedicated to the Safety of all individuals in our offices and our job sites.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

The following outlines the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position is classified as safety-sensitive as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor. Responsibilities include climbing ladders, working on scaffolding, driving motor vehicles, and walking on roofs or other surfaces commonly found in a construction site environment.

Physical Activities: This role requires driving to and from office, jobsites, meetings, client locations, events, and other work-related locations as necessary. It also may require climbing ladders and scaffolding, riding in mobile elevated work platforms at heights of up to 80 feet, and entering and working in confined or tight spaces. It involves remaining in a stationary position—standing or sitting— for extended periods, as well as frequent movement between tasks or worksites, including walking on snow-covered or icy surfaces. The position requires lifting or adjusting objects, including weights ranging from 30 to 50 pounds without difficulty, as well as performing repetitive motions involving the hands, wrists, or fingers. Use of hands and arms to handle tools, equipment, and materials is frequent, and tasks may involve operating spray test equipment, construction site tools, power tools, machinery, and heavy equipment. Employees must be able to wear fall protection gear and respiratory protection.

Environmental Conditions: Work may take place in a variety of environmental conditions, including exposure to high and low temperatures, inclement weather such as rain, wind, and snow, and getting wet during specific tasks. The role may also involve working in dusty environments, areas with extreme noise, poor ventilation, and small or enclosed spaces. In some instances, no adverse environmental conditions are expected.

This list of job requirements is subject to change at any time due to the needs of the business.

Higley Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Higley Construction is strongly committed to a workplace that is free of discrimination for all employees and candidates. It is the policy and practice that Higley Construction provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and candidates for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex, or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, socio-economic status, age, disability, physical and mental ability, genetic information, service in the military, or any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training.

Higley Construction participates in E-Verify. If hired, the employer will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States of America.