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Base pay range
$70,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr
Position Summary Our client is a dynamic GC / CM delivering high quality commercial construction projects around Chicagoland. They value collaboration, integrity, innovation, and client satisfaction. We’re seeking a motivated Project Engineer to support project teams and help ensure builds are delivered on time, on budget, and with the highest standards of quality.
Key Responsibilities
Review construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents to understand scope and identify any gaps or discrepancies.
Support material, labor, and equipment take-offs, assist with quantity verification and preliminary cost estimates.
Support scheduling: help develop and maintain project schedules, track progress, and coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, and design/engineering teams to keep work aligned.
Manage project documentation: maintain logs for RFIs, submittals, change orders, subcontracts, permits, and daily/weekly reports.
Assist with cost control: track costs vs. budget, monitor change-order requests, support procurement, and help forecast cost-to-complete estimates.
Facilitate communication among all stakeholders — owners, architects/engineers, subcontractors, trade-partners, and internal team members — to ensure collaboration and smooth workflow.
Support quality assurance and compliance: verify that work adheres to project specifications, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
Participate in project meetings, site visits, inspections, and coordinate close-out documentation at project completion.
Qualifications & Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil/Structural Engineering, or related field; or equivalent experience.
1-3 years of experience in commercial construction, general contracting, or construction management, preferably with exposure to estimating, takeoffs, and subcontractor coordination.
Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, plans, and specifications.
Proficiency with construction management and documentation tools/software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam) and Microsoft Office.
Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and stakeholders simultaneously.
Detail-oriented with a strong sense of accountability for budget, schedule, and quality.
Team-oriented mindset and ability to thrive in a collaborative environment.
What You’ll Get Working Here
Base salary from $70k-$80k, performance bonuses, 401k
Diverse portfolio of interesting and complex projects
A collaborative, professional work environment built on strong relationships with subcontractors, owners, and design professionals.
Unlimited growth potential with a clear path to APM and beyond
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Project Management
Industries Construction
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Position Summary Our client is a dynamic GC / CM delivering high quality commercial construction projects around Chicagoland. They value collaboration, integrity, innovation, and client satisfaction. We’re seeking a motivated Project Engineer to support project teams and help ensure builds are delivered on time, on budget, and with the highest standards of quality.
Key Responsibilities
Review construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents to understand scope and identify any gaps or discrepancies.
Support material, labor, and equipment take-offs, assist with quantity verification and preliminary cost estimates.
Support scheduling: help develop and maintain project schedules, track progress, and coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, and design/engineering teams to keep work aligned.
Manage project documentation: maintain logs for RFIs, submittals, change orders, subcontracts, permits, and daily/weekly reports.
Assist with cost control: track costs vs. budget, monitor change-order requests, support procurement, and help forecast cost-to-complete estimates.
Facilitate communication among all stakeholders — owners, architects/engineers, subcontractors, trade-partners, and internal team members — to ensure collaboration and smooth workflow.
Support quality assurance and compliance: verify that work adheres to project specifications, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
Participate in project meetings, site visits, inspections, and coordinate close-out documentation at project completion.
Qualifications & Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil/Structural Engineering, or related field; or equivalent experience.
1-3 years of experience in commercial construction, general contracting, or construction management, preferably with exposure to estimating, takeoffs, and subcontractor coordination.
Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, plans, and specifications.
Proficiency with construction management and documentation tools/software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam) and Microsoft Office.
Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and stakeholders simultaneously.
Detail-oriented with a strong sense of accountability for budget, schedule, and quality.
Team-oriented mindset and ability to thrive in a collaborative environment.
What You’ll Get Working Here
Base salary from $70k-$80k, performance bonuses, 401k
Diverse portfolio of interesting and complex projects
A collaborative, professional work environment built on strong relationships with subcontractors, owners, and design professionals.
Unlimited growth potential with a clear path to APM and beyond
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Project Management
Industries Construction
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