Graduate Project Engineer - Construction (Dec '26 / May '27)

Power Construction; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

Benefits package

Job summary

Power Construction in Chicago, IL is seeking a Project Engineer graduating in December 2026 or Spring 2027 to join our project teams on nationwide and local builds.

You will assist with budgeting, takeoffs, bid solicitations, maintain drawings and specs, support scheduling, document control, and RFI tracking. A bachelor’s degree in a construction field and internship experience are required; strong organization and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a construction-related field.
• Relevant internship or related construction experience.
• 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

Budgeting and cost estimating

Scheduling coordination

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction field

Tools

Construction management software

Job description

Power Construction in Chicago, IL is seeking a Project Engineer graduating in December 2026 or Spring 2027 to join our project teams on nationwide and local builds.

You will assist with budgeting, takeoffs, bid solicitations, maintain drawings and specs, support scheduling, document control, and RFI tracking. A bachelor’s degree in a construction field and internship experience are required; strong organization and communication skills are essential.