Project Checker

Sterling Engineering, Inc.; Westmont (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Additional employee perks

Job summary

Sterling Engineering is partnering with a leading precast concrete manufacturer to place a Project Checker in Westmont, IL. In this role, you will review and verify erection plans, component drawings, and fabrication schedules to ensure complete accuracy, constructability, and alignment with project specs. Compensation: $30-$45/hr.

This direct-hire position requires 3+ years of precast detailing experience and proficiency in AutoCAD or Revit. Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in precast structural detailing, drafting, or quality checking.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or Revit (Autodesk certification preferred).
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related technical field, or equivalent industry experience.
• Solid command of precast concrete systems, shop practice, and structural blueprints.
• Familiarity with LecWall systems is highly advantageous.
• High attention to detail with exceptional organization and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Apply advanced knowledge of precast concrete drafting and manufacturing standards.
• Cross-reference contract specs, addenda, and bid estimates against design files to validate project scope.
• Perform thorough audits of erection drawings and shop tickets for approval status, precision, and completeness.
• Spot constructability enhancements to streamline field execution and lower material expenses.
• Track bill-of-materials against initial bid estimates to surface discrepancies early.
• Issue approved piece drawings to the plant floor a minimum of 48 hours ahead of production runs.
• Confirm all loose hardware, embed plates, and connections are fully detailed prior to casting.
• Partner with PMs, engineering leads, and scheduling teams to preserve milestone dates.
• Translate complex project documentation and contractual terms into actionable production steps.
• Audit internal and third-party consultant drawings for dimensional accuracy and structural clarity.
• Resolve design conflicts proactively alongside design and management teams.
• Foster collaborative relationships with external architects, structural engineers, and general contractors.

Skills

Detailing

Drafting

Quality checking

Interpersonal communication

Attention to detail

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related technical field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

LecWall

Job description

Sterling Engineering is partnering with a leading precast concrete manufacturer to place a Project Checker in Westmont, IL. In this role, you will review and verify erection plans, component drawings, and fabrication schedules to ensure complete accuracy, constructability, and alignment with project specs. Employment Type: Direct Hire Location: Westmont, IL 60559 Compensation: $30-$45/hr Industry: Precast Concrete Manufacturing / Construction

Benefits

• A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and additional employee perks.

Responsibilities

• Apply advanced knowledge of precast concrete drafting and manufacturing standards.
• Cross-reference contract specs, addenda, and bid estimates against design files to validate project scope.
• Perform thorough audits of erection drawings and shop tickets for approval status, precision, and completeness.
• Spot constructability enhancements to streamline field execution and lower material expenses.
• Track bill-of-materials against initial bid estimates to surface discrepancies early.
• Issue approved piece drawings to the plant floor a minimum of 48 hours ahead of production runs.
• Confirm all loose hardware, embed plates, and connections are fully detailed prior to casting.
• Partner with PMs, engineering leads, and scheduling teams to preserve milestone dates.
• Translate complex project documentation and contractual terms into actionable production steps.
• Audit internal and third-party consultant drawings for dimensional accuracy and structural clarity.
• Resolve design conflicts proactively alongside design and management teams.
• Foster collaborative relationships with external architects, structural engineers, and general contractors.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in precast structural detailing, drafting, or quality checking.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or Revit (Autodesk certification preferred).
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related technical field, or equivalent industry experience.
• Solid command of precast concrete systems, shop practice, and structural blueprints.
• Familiarity with LecWall systems is highly advantageous.
• High attention to detail with exceptional organization and interpersonal communication skills.