Construction Project Engineer (Construction Management Focus)

IAPMO Group; Illinois; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Program

Paid Vacations and Holidays

401(k) Matching

Job summary

ICI seeks ambitious Project Engineers with a Construction Management degree to join our team in Illinois. Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of experience with a construction management firm and are willing to travel to project sites across the US.

Project Engineers will support preconstruction through closeout, working with teams to develop goals, review designs, procure permits, manage submittals, and ensure safety and quality standards on site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management required.
• 1–3 years of experience with a Construction Management Firm preferred.
• Willingness to travel and work on-site across projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop, drive and implement project goals with the project team.
• Participate in New Project Setup and planning.
• Assist with Owner and Vendor contracts and related documents.
• Attend meetings and distribute agendas/minutes.
• Coordinate design documents and site utilization programs.
• Monitor QA/QC and safety compliance.
• Procure permits and coordinate inspections when needed.
• Manage punch list and closeout processes.

Skills

Construction tech basics

Reading drawings

Strong communication

Initiative

Critical thinking

Team-player

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Procore Project Management

Job description

ICI! Discover the Difference!

ICI is seeking ambitious and driven Project Engineers with a Construction Management Degree to join our firm. Ideally, the successful candidate will have 1 - 3 years of experience with a Construction Management Firm. If you are motivated to succeed and have a commitment to hard work and quality, we may have a position for you!

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management Required

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Join a winning team constantly seeking cutting-edge approaches!

• A full-time position with ICI provides team members with a dedicated mentor to facilitate career growth and development, a competitive and generous compensation and benefits package including medical, vision, dental and life insurance, short and long term disability insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, flexible spending accounts, an innovative wellness program, paid vacations and holidays, and a matching 401(k) plan.
• Knowing that our employees are our greatest asset, ICI regularly invests in the professional development of our team. Continually voted one of Chicago’s 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For, this family-owned business is dedicated to work-life balance and committed to employee enrichment.
• Firm leadership values the contributions of our team members and understands that employee job satisfaction ultimately leads to a strong team and work product. Our team aims to create more than a structure; we strive to build long-term relationships with both our employees and our clients.

Project Engineers at ICI are responsible for a wide range of responsibilities, both on-site and office based, from preconstruction through final closeout and must be willing to travel. Extended travel to project sites throughout the US may be required.

Some of the specific core responsibilities of a Project Engineer include:

• Works with the Project Team to develop, drive and implement project goals
• Participates in New Project Setup
• Assists and supports the Project Manager in preparing and processing Owner and Vendor Contracts
• Attends project meetings and prepares / distributes agendas and minutes in a timely manner
• Receives and Processes Design Documents
• Assists and supports the team developing site utilization programs
• Monitors compliance to applicable codes, practices, QA/QC policies, performance standards and policies
• Assists and supports the team with procuring building permits and coordinating inspections
• Maintains Project Directory
• Maintains and coordinates submittal review, coordination, approval, and distribution of shop drawings, samples, etc.
• Maintains and distributes all project files
• Assists and supports the team with preparation and monitoring of RFI’s
• Maintains system to expedite construction materials, deliveries and equipment lists
• Assists and supports the team with change events, vendor estimates and proposals
• Prepares appropriate company estimates and proposals for changes
• Manages the punch list process
• Manages the Closeout Process
• Maintains open, responsive, and professional communication and relationships with all team members
• Maintains adherence to OSHA Standards of safety

Skills and Competencies:

• Understanding of basic construction technologies
• Ability to read and comprehend construction drawings
• Strong written and verbal skills
• Ability to take initiative
• Critical Thinking Skills
• Exhibit Flexibility and Resilience
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize effectively
• Flexible and adaptable team-player
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Procore Project Management System
• Maintain a professional appearance and manner
• Excellent effective time and self-management

Certifications, Licenses & Registration

• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Ability to obtain the Walmart Safety, Employment, Waste, Stormwater Compliance Certification
• OSHA 30 Hour Certification or an ability to obtain

Physical Requirements:

• Position requires walking on rough/uneven terrain, frequent pushing/pulling/carrying of equipment/objects/debris of varying and often awkward sizes, shapes, and weights, including bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, and climbing on the job site.
• Sitting, standing and walking for extended periods. Climbing multiple flights of stairs and ladders repeatedly.
• Occasionally may lift to 50 lbs.