Project Engineer
Downers Grove, IL - USA
Job Summary
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist in project planning scheduling and tracking progress.
- Coordinate between architects engineers subcontractors and suppliers.
- Ensure drawings specifications and documents are current and properly distributed.
- Review and interpret drawings contracts and specifications.
- Prepare RFIs (Requests for Information) and manage submittals.
- Provide technical support to field teams ensuring construction aligns with design documents.
- Monitor work for compliance with safety standards building codes and project requirements.
- Participate in inspections and testing to ensure quality workmanship.
- Track and resolve technical issues promptly.
- Maintain project documentation including logs reports and meeting minutes.
- Support cost tracking change orders and progress billing.
- Assist with project closeout documentation including punch lists and as-builts.
- Work closely with the Project Manager to support project delivery.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders to resolve issues quickly.
- Provide accurate updates on project progress challenges and solutions.
- 13 years of construction project engineering experience.
- Bachelors degree in Construction Management Engineering Architecture or related field preferred.
- Proficiency with project management and construction software (Procore Bluebeam MS Project etc.).
- Excellent organizational communication and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and a proactive attitude.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.
- Health/Dental/Vision insurance
- 401k with company match
- Long-term/short-term disability
- Life Insurance
- PTO
- Paid holidays
Required Skills:
1-3 years of experience in commercial construction or project support. Bachelors degree in Construction Management Engineering Architecture or related field preferred. Knowledge of construction methods processes and building codes. Proficiency in project management and construction software (Procore Bluebeam MS Project etc.). Strong organizational communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Detail-oriented with a proactive team-focused attitude. Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.
Required Education:
Bachelors degree in Construction Management from an accredited institution preferred