Growth-Minded Construction Project Engineer (Hands-on)

Contegra Construction Co; Edwardsville (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

401(k) plan

ESOP participation

Monthly vehicle allowance

Paid time off

Professional development and career?]{

Job summary

Contegra Construction Co is seeking a motivated Construction Project Engineer to support the delivery of complex commercial, industrial, manufacturing, distribution, and design-build projects in Illinois and surrounding areas.

You'll work with seasoned project managers and superintendents, gaining hands-on experience from preconstruction through closeout while helping ensure safety, scheduling, budgeting, and quality.

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field preferred.
• Internship or 1–3 years of commercial construction or project engineering experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of drawings, specs, and project documentation.
• Excellent organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with Procore and Bluebeam is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers through all phases from preconstruction to closeout.
• Coordinate RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and project documentation.
• Track schedules, procurement, and material deliveries.
• Assist with subcontractor coordination, contract administration, and communications.
• Review drawings, specs, and contract documents for accuracy.
• Participate in meetings with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and teams.
• Monitor progress and help resolve field and administrative issues.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, change orders, pay apps, and cost tracking.
• Coordinate closeout documentation, punch lists, warranties, and turnover packs.
• Visit active jobsites to collaborate with field leadership.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelors in CM/CE/ET

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Job description

Contegra Construction Co is seeking a motivated Construction Project Engineer to support the delivery of complex commercial, industrial, manufacturing, distribution, and design-build projects in Illinois and surrounding areas.

You'll work with seasoned project managers and superintendents, gaining hands-on experience from preconstruction through closeout while helping ensure safety, scheduling, budgeting, and quality.