Campus Facilities Project Engineer

School of the Art Institute of Chicago; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) in Chicago, IL, seeks a Project Engineer to support planning, coordination, and execution of construction and facilities projects on campus. You will work with project managers, architects, engineers, contractors, and campus stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to institutional standards.

Responsibilities include coordinating schedules, managing documentation, and monitoring quality and safety across projects,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in construction, project engineering, facilities, architecture, or related field.
• Experience with drawings, specs, schedules, budgets, and contracts.
• Strong organization and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Supports Project Managers in planning and executing construction, renovation, and facility projects across campus.
• Monitors schedules, tracks progress, and coordinates resolutions to minimize impact on operations.
• Reviews drawings, specs, and submittals for compliance with standards; assists with interpreting docs.
• Manages project documentation: RFIs, submittals, change orders; conducts site observations.
• Maintains detailed contract documentation and budget forecasting; tracks invoices and payments.
• Supports procurement activities, including bidding and contractor selection.
• Acts as technical liaison among project managers, stakeholders, and consultants.
• Promotes safe practices and compliance with codes and safety requirements.
• Maintains auditable records and prepares regular project status reports.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Proactive problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, facilities management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Google Workspace

Procore

Job description

The School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) in Chicago, IL, seeks a Project Engineer to support planning, coordination, and execution of construction and facilities projects on campus. You will work with project managers, architects, engineers, contractors, and campus stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to institutional standards.

Responsibilities include coordinating schedules, managing documentation, and monitoring quality and safety across projects,