Poynter's Culture

At Poynter, our mission is Dedicated to excellence, driven by innovation, defined by quality. That starts with investing in our people.

We believe some of the best lessons in our industry are learned through experience, which is why mentorship and continued education are such an important part of our culture. Our experienced employees are dedicated to passing their knowledge on to the next generation, helping emerging leaders build their skills, confidence, and careers.

We aren’t just preparing people for their next job. We’re developing the people who will lead our industry forward.

Careers at Poynter Sheet Metal

Our office staff is filled with innovative and professional employees, check out our open positions below.

  • Internship
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    We are now accepting applications for our Summer 2027 Internship Program. At Poynter, our internship program is designed to provide hands-on, real-world experience across multiple departments—from our project controls and accounting teams to safety to field operations and project management. Interns are immersed in meaningful work that contributes directly to our projects, culture, and client success. We also work with college students, who are looking for specific experience to create internships that provide value to their degrees.

    Opportunities for internships

    • Project Controls
    • Safety
    • Accounting
  • Project Engineer Greenwood, IN
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    This position will primarily support a dedicated client project and work closely with Project Management and field leadership to coordinate project documentation, procurement tracking, change management, and progress measurement activities. The successful candidate will develop a strong understanding of the client’s processes, requirements, and expectations while supporting field operations and maintaining organized, accurate, and accessible project information.

    Essential Functions:

    • Collaborate with Project Management and field leadership to develop and maintain material procurement plans based on project schedules, installation sequencing, and project requirements.
    • Develop, maintain, and monitor procurement tracking logs to support material planning, project execution, and schedule requirements.
    • Establish and maintain project file structures, documentation systems, and electronic records in accordance with company standards.
    • Perform drawing overlays, quantity takeoffs, and scope comparisons between contract and current design documents to support change order documentation and tracking.
    • Prepare, submit, track, and maintain RFIs, submittals, and related project documentation.
    • Coordinate and document duct testing activities, including tracking requirements, results, and project compliance.
    • Provide technology support and training resources for field leadership, including guidance on digital project documentation, software tools, and company processes.
    • Conduct job site visits as needed to verify project information and support field operations.
    • Maintain accurate project records and support project controls processes throughout the project lifecycle.
    • Collaborate with Project Management, field leadership, and internal support teams to ensure timely and accurate project information.

    Education & Experience Requirements:

    • Associate’s degree, Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience preferred.
    • 0-3 years of experience in construction, project engineering, project coordination, project controls, procurement, scheduling, document control, or a related field.
    • Relevant construction, trade, military, internship, or field leadership experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
    • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications preferred.
    • Experience with project documentation, procurement tracking, quantity takeoffs, scheduling, or construction management processes is a plus.

    An Equal Opportunity Employer Including Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

  • HVAC Site Coordinator
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    Essential Functions:

    • Assist with project startup activities, including project setup, quantity takeoffs, cost code development, and short-term planning.
    • Develop and maintain quantity tracking and progress monitoring tools for assigned projects.
    • Audit installed quantities and physical progress in the field.
    • Prepare, submit, and track submittals, RFIs, and other project documentation.
    • Coordinate with field leadership, project management, and subcontractors to support project execution.
    • Verify procurement status and delivery of required equipment and materials.
    • Assist with change management by identifying scope changes, documenting impacts, and preparing comparisons.
    • Maintain accurate project records, logs, and document control systems.
    • Prepare project closeout documentation and support turnover activities.
    • Conduct jobsite visits to gather progress information and support field operations.
    • Assist with implementation and training of project technology and company systems.
    • Support project scheduling updates and short-term look-ahead planning efforts.

    Education & Experience Requirements:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Project Management, or related field preferred.
    • 0-3 years of experience in construction, project coordination, project controls, project engineering, or a related field.
    • Internship, co-op, military, or trade experience may be considered in lieu of professional experience.
    • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications preferred.

    An Equal Opportunity Employer Including Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

  • Project Coordinator, New Albany, Ohio
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    Essential Functions:

    • Assist with project startup activities, including project setup, quantity takeoffs, cost code development, and short-term planning.
    • Develop and maintain quantity tracking and progress monitoring tools for assigned projects.
    • Audit installed quantities and physical progress in the field.
    • Prepare, submit, and track submittals, RFIs, and other project documentation.
    • Coordinate with field leadership, project management, and subcontractors to support project execution.
    • Verify procurement status and delivery of required equipment and materials.
    • Assist with change management by identifying scope changes, documenting impacts, and preparing comparisons.
    • Maintain accurate project records, logs, and document control systems.
    • Prepare project closeout documentation and support turnover activities.
    • Conduct jobsite visits to gather progress information and support field operations.
    • Assist with implementation and training of project technology and company systems.
    • Support project scheduling updates and short-term look-ahead planning efforts.

    Education & Experience Requirements:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Project Management, or related field preferred.
    • 0-3 years of experience in construction, project coordination, project controls, project engineering, or a related field.
    • Internship, co-op, military, or trade experience may be considered in lieu of professional experience.
    • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications preferred.

    An Equal Opportunity Employer Including Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

  • Project Coordinator, Wheatfield, Indiana
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    Essential Functions:

    • Assist with project startup activities, including project setup, quantity takeoffs, cost code development, and short-term planning.
    • Develop and maintain quantity tracking and progress monitoring tools for assigned projects.
    • Audit installed quantities and physical progress in the field.
    • Prepare, submit, and track submittals, RFIs, and other project documentation.
    • Coordinate with field leadership, project management, and subcontractors to support project execution.
    • Verify procurement status and delivery of required equipment and materials.
    • Assist with change management by identifying scope changes, documenting impacts, and preparing comparisons.
    • Maintain accurate project records, logs, and document control systems.
    • Prepare project closeout documentation and support turnover activities.
    • Conduct jobsite visits to gather progress information and support field operations.
    • Assist with implementation and training of project technology and company systems.
    • Support project scheduling updates and short-term look-ahead planning efforts.

    Education & Experience Requirements:

    1. Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Project Management, or related field preferred.
    2. 0-3 years of experience in construction, project coordination, project controls, project engineering, or a related field.
    3. Internship, co-op, military, or trade experience may be considered in lieu of professional experience.
    4. Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications preferred.

    An Equal Opportunity Employer Including Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

  • Project Coordinator, Louisville, Kentucky
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    Essential Functions:

    • Assist with project startup activities, including project setup, quantity takeoffs, cost code development, and short-term planning.
    • Develop and maintain quantity tracking and progress monitoring tools for assigned projects.
    • Audit installed quantities and physical progress in the field.
    • Prepare, submit, and track submittals, RFIs, and other project documentation.
    • Coordinate with field leadership, project management, and subcontractors to support project execution.
    • Verify procurement status and delivery of required equipment and materials.
    • Assist with change management by identifying scope changes, documenting impacts, and preparing comparisons.
    • Maintain accurate project records, logs, and document control systems.
    • Prepare project closeout documentation and support turnover activities.
    • Conduct jobsite visits to gather progress information and support field operations.
    • Assist with implementation and training of project technology and company systems.
    • Support project scheduling updates and short-term look-ahead planning efforts.

    Education & Experience Requirements:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Project Management, or related field preferred.
    • 0-3 years of experience in construction, project coordination, project controls, project engineering, or a related field.
    • Internship, co-op, military, or trade experience may be considered in lieu of professional experience.
    • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications preferred.

    An Equal Opportunity Employer Including Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

REAL CAREERS - REAL GROWTH

Watch the stories below to see how our employees have grown into their current roles. At Poynter, continuous improvement starts with our people. We encourage team members to build their own career paths, develop their skills, and pursue opportunities for growth. These are real employee stories, and real career advancement.

Real careers with real growth learn more about how Brynna has grown her career at Poynter Sheet metal.

Employee Testimonial - Brynna King

Brynna King speaks on how her role at Poynter has adapted over the years. Brynna's current role at Poynter is Project Coordinator/BI Specialist.

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Real careers with real growth learn more about how Chance has grown his career at Poynter Sheet Metal.

Employee Testimonial - Chance Tincher

Chance talks about his path at Poynter, from Pre-Apprentice to Senior Project Coordinator. Chance was the first project engineer hired at Poynter. He helped set up our tracking and equipment rental applications.

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Employee Testimonial - Zach Piercy

Zach speaks on the development of our project controls team and the teams' role in Poynter's success over the years.

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