PE Certified Owner's Rep – Infra Construction Lead

QRSE; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 127,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

13 paid holidays

Healthcare coverage

401(k) with company match

Professional development

Wellness reimbursement

Discounted perks

Job summary

QRSE, LLC in Illinois is seeking a licensed Owner's Rep Construction Manager with a Professional Engineer (PE) to oversee critical infrastructure projects statewide, starting with remote work in the Springfield area and on-site presence as needed.

You will manage all phases from planning to closeout, ensure contract and design compliance, lead teams, mentor engineers, and leverage construction management software and AI tools to deliver safe, high-quality projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 4+ years of construction management experience on civil or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, safety standards, and OSHA regulations.
• Ability to interpret plans, specs, and contract documents.
• Must possess a valid driver\'s license and be legally able to drive with daily worksite reporting in varying weather/hazards.
• Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM; occasional evenings/weekends as needed.
• Physical demands: standing, walking, and climbing.
• Comfortable working outdoors in various conditions with PPE.
• Eager to learn and integrate new technology, AI tools and innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of construction from planning through closeout.
• Ensure compliance with contracts, engineering standards, and project specifications.
• Manage submittals, RFIs, change orders, claims, progress payments, schedules, and budgets.
• Lead coordination meetings with client owners, contractors, and project teams.
• Monitor project budgets and staffing needs.
• Demonstrate strong client communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Supervise engineers, inspectors, and construction staff; use CM software and AI tools to improve outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Contract management

Client communication

Safety/OSHA knowledge

Budgeting

Interpret plans/specs

Construction management software

AI tools adoption

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering/Construction Management

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Master's degree in Civil Engineering

CCM or RME certification

Tools

Construction management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

QRSE, LLC in Illinois is seeking a licensed Owner's Rep Construction Manager with a Professional Engineer (PE) to oversee critical infrastructure projects statewide, starting with remote work in the Springfield area and on-site presence as needed.

You will manage all phases from planning to closeout, ensure contract and design compliance, lead teams, mentor engineers, and leverage construction management software and AI tools to deliver safe, high-quality projects on time and within budget.