Field Engineer (Assistant Project Manager)-2605220SB01

ardmoreroderick; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 74,963 - 99,964; Full time

Job summary

Ardmore Roderick in Chicago, IL seeks a Field Engineer/Assistant Project Manager to join our infrastructure team. You will oversee daily construction activities and coordinate with project teams across transportation projects.

The role is based in Chicago but will be primarily in the field at client project sites, requiring strong communication, organizational and scheduling skills to keep projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in engineering technology, construction management, urban planning or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1–3 years of relevant experience in construction, engineering, transportation or administrative coordination.
• Familiarity with public infrastructure or municipal projects; CDOT centric project experience ideal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Team player with strong written and verbal communication.
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily construction activities and ensure compliance with project specifications, timeline and budget.
• Support project teams delivering infrastructure work for the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) through the Public Building Commission (PBC).
• Provides essential administrative, tracking and coordination support to ensure the success of transportation projects throughout the city.
• Maintaining detailed records of daily construction operations.
• Addressing and resolving issues that may arise during the construction process.
• Daily interaction with the contractor to ensure project is done on time and at budget.

Skills

Team player

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Associate’s degree in engineering technology, construction management, urban planning or related field

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us

Ardmore Roderick is a full-service infrastructure solutions firm that specializes in Utilities, Transportation, Aviation, Rail and Transit, Building and Facilities Projects. We are headquartered in Chicago, IL with offices in Florida, Illinois, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee and Texas.

Our Vision

Reimagining infrastructure to improve lives and communities

Our Mission

Transforming communities by empowering the best minds to deliver innovative infrastructure solutions.

Our Values

• Caring
• Excellence
• Impact
• Innovation
• Inclusion
• Safety

Job Overview

We are seeking a new Field Engineer/Assistant Project Manager to join our team at Ardmore Roderick. As a Field Engineer/Assistant Project Manager, you will join a team of infrastructure solutions experts working to solve our client’s ever evolving project needs. This role is based in Chicago, IL, but will be mainly focused on work out in the field at our client’s different project sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily construction activities and ensure compliance with the project's specifications, timeline and budget
• Support project teams delivering critical infrastructure work for the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) through the Public Building Commission (PBC)
• Provides essential administrative, tracking and coordination support to ensure the success of transportation projects throughout the city
• Maintaining detailed records of daily construction operations
• Addressing and resolving issues that may arise during the construction process
• Daily interaction with the contractor to ensure project is done on time and at budget

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in engineering technology, construction management, urban planning or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 1–3 years of relevant experience in construction, engineering, transportation or administrative coordination
• Familiarity with public infrastructure or municipal projects, CDOT centric project experience would be ideal
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Have a team player mindset with the ability to communicate proficiently in written and verbal forms
• Have strong attention to detail, time management skills and great organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management or related field
• Familiarity with City of Chicago departments and permitting processes
• Experience working in a consultant or government agency environment
• Experience using project management or document control systems
• Interest in long-term career development in project management or transportation infrastructure

Benefits

• We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• 401K, Paid Maternity Leave, Competitive PTO
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and more

Sponsorship and Relocation

Sponsorship and relocation are not available for this opportunity.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Ardmore Roderick is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law. Ardmore Roderick participates in E-Verify.

Reasonable Accommodation

We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. Please reach out to us if you require reasonable accommodation in responding to a job announcement, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process.

Salary Range

Salary Range: $ 74,963-99,964/year, Ardmore Roderick is providing the compensation range that the company believes it might pay and/or offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location.