An Assistant Project Manager assists a project manager on projects with a defined scope, start and completion point. Provides site management for large construction projects. Assists with managing cost estimates and bids; manages contractors and subcontractors, project budgets and schedules.
Banning Engineering is seeking an Assistant Project Manager / Project Engineer to support the design and delivery of private development projects, including commercial, residential, and mixed-use site development across Indiana. Working alongside project managers, this role contributes to engineering design, construction documents, permitting, and client coordination. This is a growth-oriented position for an early-to-mid-career engineer pursuing professional licensure who wants increasing responsibility within an employee-owned firm.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform site design tasks including grading, drainage, stormwater management, and utility layout. Prepare construction plans, specifications, and supporting calculations. Assist with permitting and agency submittals at the local, county, and state level. Coordinate with clients, contractors, and review agencies under the direction of the project manager. Support project scheduling, budgeting, and documentation. Review and coordinate work prepared by CAD technicians and designers. Conduct site visits and assist with construction-phase services as needed. Contribute to proposal preparation and scope development.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited program. Engineer Intern (EI) / Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification, with a commitment to pursuing PE licensure. Two to five years of experience in civil site or land development design. Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D. Understanding of stormwater management and site development design principles. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with private development projects in the Indiana market. Familiarity with local permitting and agency review processes. Progress toward Indiana PE licensure.
ABOUT BANNING ENGINEERING
Banning Engineering is a civil engineering and land surveying firm based in Plainfield, Indiana, with an additional office in Pendleton. We are 100% employee-owned through an ESOP trust, which means the people who do the work share in the success of the firm. Our team supports transportation, land development, water and wastewater, and surveying projects across Indiana, with a culture built on collaboration, ownership, and a genuine commitment to work-life balance.
BENEFITS 100
% employee-owned (ESOP) — company shares are held in a trust on behalf of employees as a company-funded retirement benefit 401(k) with company match Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage Paid time off and paid holidays Professional development support, including licensure and continuing education Real work-life balance from a firm whose people will tell you it actually holds Banning Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.
Pay:
$70,000.00 - $82,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching AD&D insurance Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Employee stock ownership plan Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
