Project Checker

County-Materials-Family-of-Companies; Westmont (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

County Prestress & Precast in Westmont, IL is seeking a Project Checker (Precast Concrete) to review erection drawings, piece tickets and production documents to ensure alignment with contract requirements and production schedules.

You will collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers, Coordinators and Schedulers to maintain constructability, identify discrepancies early, and support timely fabrication and erection. Knowledge of LecWall is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in precast concrete drafting, detailing, or checking.
• Strong understanding of construction documents and precast systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.
• Knowledge of LecWall systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review erection drawings and piece tickets for accuracy and approvals.
• Verify contracts, estimates, drawings, specifications, and addenda for scope.
• Identify opportunities to improve constructability and reduce costs.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Engineers, Coordinators, and Schedulers to meet timelines.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional project teams throughout drawing development to resolve issues.

Skills

Precast detailing

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

We’re hiring a Project Checker to join County Prestress & Precast in Westmont, IL.

Job Summary:

As a Project Checker (Precast Concrete), you will review and verify erection drawings, piece tickets, and production documents to ensure alignment with contract requirements, constructability standards, and production schedules. You’ll collaborate closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Coordinators, Schedulers, and external partners to help projects move efficiently from planning through fabrication and erection.

Your knowledge of precast systems and attention to detail will help identify discrepancies early, reduce costs, and keep production and installation timelines on track.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate strong knowledge of precast concrete detailing and production drawings
• Review contracts, estimates, drawings, specifications, and addenda to confirm project scope
• Verify erection drawings and piece tickets for accuracy, completeness, and approvals
• Identify opportunities to improve constructability and reduce project costs
• Compare drawings to bid estimates and flag material or quantity discrepancies
• Ensure piece drawings are released at least two days prior to scheduled production
• Confirm embed plates and loose materials are fully detailed and released before fabrication
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Coordinators, Engineers, and Schedulers to meet timelines
• Accurately interpret construction documents and contracts
• Verify dimensions, scope, and details in drawings prepared by internal teams or consultants
• Collaborate throughout the drawing development process to resolve issues efficientlyMaintain positive working relationships with engineers, architects, and contractors

COUNTY Core Competencies:

The expected behaviors of all COUNTY team members that align with Our Values and Our Commitments:

• Integrity & Organizational Awareness
• Customer First Focus
• Results Driven Orientation
• Teamwork, Safety & Collaboration
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Creativity & Innovation

Job-Based Competencies:

• Design & Innovation
• Root Cause Analysis & Problem Solving
• Project Management
• Professional Skills
• Sales & Business Development

Experience & Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in precast concrete drafting, detailing, or checking
• Experience using AutoCAD or Revit (Autodesk certification preferred)
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent relevant experience
• Strong understanding of construction documents and precast systems
• Knowledge of LecWall systems is a plus
• Excellent attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills

Work Environment:

• Primarily office‑based

• Collaboration with cross‑functional project teams

Physical & Work Expectations:

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, or handling materials/equipment.
• Occasional climbing, kneeling, crawling, or lifting/moving up to 10-40 pounds.
• Ability to concentrate, follow detailed instructions, communicate effectively, and safely perform job duties.
• May require the operation of specific tools, equipment, or vehicles associated with the position.

Safety Equipment:

Required safety equipment:
Where and when used: