Project Engineer

Spencer Ogden; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Spencer Ogden is seeking an experienced Project Engineer for a large-scale GMP-compliant pharmaceutical construction project in Kankakee, IL. This hands-on, construction-phase role operates like an Assistant Construction Manager within an EPC contractor environment, focusing on field execution and coordination.

The ideal candidate brings 3–5+ years of project engineering experience in pharma or life sciences, with strong knowledge of drawings, RFIs, submittals, and GMP requirements, and

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of construction/project engineering experience.
• Experience working for an EPC contractor is required.
• Pharmaceutical, biopharma, life sciences, or GMP construction experience preferred.
• Experience supporting the construction phase of pharmaceutical projects.
• Strong understanding of drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and project documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support the Construction Manager with daily construction activities and field execution.
• Coordinate subcontractors, field teams, scheduling, logistics, and resources.
• Keep project milestones on schedule.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and other project documentation.
• Monitor quality and ensure GMP compliance.
• Track material deliveries and coordinate with procurement and project teams.
• Participate in project meetings, safety activities, and field coordination.
• Identify and elevate issues affecting schedule, quality, or construction progress.
• Serve as a key connection between the EPC project team, subcontractors, and field personnel

Skills

Construction management

Field execution

Scheduling

Quality control

Subcontractor coordination

Communication

PM software proficiency

GMP/pharma knowledge

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

Job description

We're looking for an experienced Project Engineer to support a large-scale, multi-building GMP-compliant pharmaceutical construction project in Kankakee, IL.

This is a hands-on construction-phase position for a Project Engineer who has experience working for an EPC contractor on pharmaceutical, biopharma, or life sciences projects. While the official title is Project Engineer, this role will operate similarly to an Assistant Construction Manager, with significant involvement in the field and day-to-day execution of the project.

• Support the Construction Manager with daily construction activities and field execution
• Coordinate subcontractors, field teams, scheduling, logistics, and resources
• Work closely with the construction team to keep project milestones on schedule
• Review construction drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and other project documentation
• Monitor quality and ensure construction activities meet project specifications and GMP requirements
• Track material deliveries and coordinate with procurement and project teams
• Participate in project meetings, safety activities, and field coordination
• Identify and elevate issues affecting schedule, quality, or construction progress
• Serve as a key connection between the EPC project team, subcontractors, and field personnel
• 3-5+ years of construction/project engineering experience
• Experience working for an EPC contractor is required
• Pharmaceutical, biopharma, life sciences, or GMP construction experience is strongly preferred
• Experience specifically supporting the construction phase of a pharmaceutical project
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and project documentation
• Experience coordinating subcontractors and field construction activities
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency with construction/project management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, or similar
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering, or related field
• Experience with large-scale, complex pharmaceutical or life sciences facilities
• Knowledge of GMP requirements and pharmaceutical facility systems, including HVAC, process piping, and electrical distribution

If you're a Project Engineer with EPC experience who has been hands-on during the construction phase of major pharma/life sciences projects, I'd be interested in connecting.