Chicagoland Civil Construction Project Engineer

Jobot; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Project Engineer to join our civil construction team in Elgin, IL. You will support Project Managers through all phases of construction, coordinate with subcontractors, and help keep projects on schedule and within budget.

This role offers hands-on mentorship from experienced PMs and superintendents, exposure to a diverse portfolio across public and private sectors, and a chance to grow within a century-old firm committed to safety and community.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in a construction project engineering or related role.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Familiarity with Procore or Viewpoint construction PM software.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking abilities.
• Clear written and verbal communication across field and office.
• OSHA 10 certification preferred; OSHA 30 a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers through all phases of construction.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project docs.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, architects, and engineers.
• Assist with scheduling, cost tracking, and budget reporting.
• Attend owner, architect, and subcontractor meetings; document minutes.
• Conduct field observations and assist with quality control.
• Support estimating and bidding for new projects as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

OSHA 10 certified

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Procore

Viewpoint

Job description

Jobot is seeking a Project Engineer to join our civil construction team in Elgin, IL. You will support Project Managers through all phases of construction, coordinate with subcontractors, and help keep projects on schedule and within budget.

This role offers hands-on mentorship from experienced PMs and superintendents, exposure to a diverse portfolio across public and private sectors, and a chance to grow within a century-old firm committed to safety and community.