Construction Project Engineer - Grow with a Trusted Builder

ZipApply; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Power Construction in Chicago is seeking a Project Engineer graduating DEC '26 or SPRING '27 to join our team. You will assist budgeting, takeoffs, drawings, and document control to keep projects on schedule and within budget.

This role requires a construction-related bachelor’s degree, internship experience, excellent organizational and communication skills, and familiarity with construction management software and project documentation systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a construction-related field is required.
• Relevant internship or related construction experience is preferred.
• Working knowledge of construction methods, equipment, materials, drawings, and specifications.
• Familiarity with construction management software and project documentation systems.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with budgeting, estimates, quantity takeoffs, and bid solicitations.
• Distribute and maintain project drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Support project scheduling, status reporting, and document control efforts.
• Research and track RFIs, submittals, change orders, ASIs, and other project documentation.
• Identify and help resolve drawing conflicts, interferences, and field issues.
• Track construction materials and equipment to support project progress.
• Attend and document project meetings and project correspondence.
• Assist with punch list completion, closeout activities, and subcontractor extra work verification.
• Perform additional assignments as directed by the Project Manager or Superintendent POSITION

Skills

Organization

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a construction-related field

Tools

Construction management software

Project documentation systems

Job description

Power Construction in Chicago is seeking a Project Engineer graduating DEC '26 or SPRING '27 to join our team. You will assist budgeting, takeoffs, drawings, and document control to keep projects on schedule and within budget.

This role requires a construction-related bachelor’s degree, internship experience, excellent organizational and communication skills, and familiarity with construction management software and project documentation systems.