Project Engineer

Ford Motor Company

. Lead construction efforts for major programs at North American manufacturing plant facilities .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $99,100 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong project management capabilities with expertise in construction processes, compliance with safety and environmental regulations, and effective communication with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders. Proficient in scheduling, estimating, and financial tracking to ensure timely and budget-compliant project delivery.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor’s Degree In Architecture, Construction Or Engineering5+ Years Of Related Experience In ConstructionStrong Technical Expertise In Multiple Engineering DisciplinesStrong Program/Project Management ExpertiseExcel Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Construction ManagementValue AnalysisValue EngineeringPlanningEstimatingSchedulingFinancial TrackingComplianceProject Recovery PlanningTechnical Expertise

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsRelationship Management

Tools & Technologies

Scheduling SoftwareExcel

Industry Keywords

Health And Safety GuidelinesEnvironmental ComplianceUAW SupervisionCross-Functional CollaborationManufacturing Plant Facilities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead construction efforts for major programs at North American manufacturing plant facilities
Manage relationships with general contractors, construction managers, UAW supervision and UAW resources
Work with cross-functional Ford Land Teams to drive cost-effective solutions, including Value Analysis and Value Engineering actions
Work with the Environmental Quality Office to ensure compliance with corporate and regulatory requirements
Support corporate safety initiatives and ensure compliance with Health and Safety guidelines
Work with Purchasing to procure consultants, contractors and subcontractors
Develop and maintain project construction schedules to deliver facility actions on time
Develop recovery plans for timing and cost issues
Work with Finance Teams to develop financial tracking documents and manage projects to budget
Work with Ford Land Planning/Estimating and Engineering Teams to determine and implement facility actions according to approved plans

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Construction or Engineering
5+ years of related experience in construction
Strong technical expertise in multiple engineering disciplines including civil, architectural, structural, mechanical and electrical engineering
Strong communication skills both oral and written
Ability to manage external relationships with consultants, contractors, subcontractors and service providers
Knowledge of planning, estimating, scheduling and construction processes
Strong program/project management expertise, including the ability to manage multiple projects
Ability to travel as necessary
Scheduling software familiarity
Estimating or planning capability
Excel proficiency
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; verification of employment eligibility is required at hire
Visa sponsorship is not available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments and more
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
Generous vacation time, sick/personal time, and paid holidays, including between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day