Project Engineer

Rwedesignbuild; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Long-term/short-term disability

Life Insurance

PTO

Paid holidays

Job summary

RWE Design Build is seeking a Project Engineer to support the Project Manager and site team in coordinating, planning, and executing construction projects in Downers Grove, IL. You will bridge office and field teams, ensuring technical accuracy, proper documentation, and effective communication to keep projects on track, on time, and within budget.

The role requires 1–3 years of construction project engineering experience with a Bachelor’s degree preferred and proficiency in Procore, Bluebeam,

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of construction project engineering experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred.
• Proficiency with project management software (Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project).
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive attitude.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Assist in project planning, scheduling, and tracking progress.
• Coordinate between architects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Ensure drawings, specifications, and documents are current and properly distributed.
• Review and interpret drawings, contracts, and specifications.
• Prepare RFIs (Requests for Information) and manage submittals.
• Provide technical support to field teams, ensuring construction aligns with design documents.
• Monitor work for compliance with safety standards, building codes, and project requirements.
• Participate in inspections and testing to ensure quality workmanship.
• Track and resolve technical issues promptly.
• Maintain project documentation, including logs, reports, and meeting minutes.
• Support cost tracking, change orders, and progress billing.
• Assist with project closeout documentation, including punch lists and as-builts.
• Work closely with the Project Manager to support project delivery.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to resolve issues quickly.
• Provide accurate updates on project progress, challenges, and solutions.

Skills

Coordination

Communication

Problem solving

Reading blueprints

Field-to-office liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Engineering/Architecture or related field

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

Job description

Downers Grove, United States | Posted on 10/26/2026

At RWE Design Build, the Project Engineer supports the Project Manager and site team in coordinating, planning, and executing construction projects. This role acts as a liaison between the office and field, ensuring technical accuracy, proper documentation, and effective communication to keep projects on track, on time, and within budget.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in project planning, scheduling, and tracking progress.
  
• Coordinate between architects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers.
  
• Ensure drawings, specifications, and documents are current and properly distributed.
  
• Review and interpret drawings, contracts, and specifications.
  
• Prepare RFIs (Requests for Information) and manage submittals.
  
• Provide technical support to field teams, ensuring construction aligns with design documents.
  
• Monitor work for compliance with safety standards, building codes, and project requirements.
  
• Participate in inspections and testing to ensure quality workmanship.
  
• Track and resolve technical issues promptly.
  
• Maintain project documentation, including logs, reports, and meeting minutes.
  
• Support cost tracking, change orders, and progress billing.
  
• Assist with project closeout documentation, including punch lists and as-builts.
  
• Work closely with the Project Manager to support project delivery.
  
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to resolve issues quickly.
  
• Provide accurate updates on project progress, challenges, and solutions.
  

Requirements

• 1–3 years of construction project engineering experience.
  
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred.
  
• Proficiency with project management and construction software (Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, etc.).
  
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive attitude.
  
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
  
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.
  
• 401k with company match
  
• Long-term/short-term disability
  
• Life Insurance
  
• PTO
  
• Paid holidays
  

RWE Design Build is not accepting submissions from outside recruiters or staffing agencies for this position. Any unsolicited resumes sent to RWE Design Build or its employees will be considered the property of RWE Design Build, and no placement fees will be paid.