Project Engineer

Socket.dev; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Waukegan Steel in Illinois is seeking a Project Engineer to support the Project Management team through the full project lifecycle, from kickoff to closeout. You will help with scheduling, coordination, submittals, shop drawings, and change management.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and eager to build a career in structural steel fabrication and construction, with strong communication skills and experience reading drawings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in structural or civil engineering is required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings/blueprints.
• Familiarity with Procore or similar construction management software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers from project award through closeout.
• Assist with project scheduling, coordination, and execution activities.
• Coordinate and track shop drawing submissions and approvals.
• Process and track submittals, RFIs, change orders, and project documentation.
• Assist with project billing and support AIA billing processes (G702/G703).
• Coordinate with customers, architects, engineers, detailers, vendors, and field personnel.
• Monitor project milestones, deliverables, and schedules.
• Support field measuring, site visits, and project closeout activities as needed.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication skills

Reading blueprints/drawings

Organization & multitasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Structural/Civil Engineering

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Waukegan Steel

Founded in 1929, Waukegan Steel is a structural steel fabricator delivering precision steel fabrication and structural steel solutions throughout the Midwest. Serving a broad range of markets with state-of-the-art fabrication operations, we have earned long-standing relationships with Owners, General Contractors, and Construction Managers by consistently exceeding expectations.

Our team has contributed to many notable projects, including Soldier Field, Navy Pier, and the Museum of Contemporary Art, while expanding our footprint across Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin.

Position Summary

Waukegan Steel is seeking a Project Engineer to provide support to the Project Management team throughout the entire project lifecycle, from project kickoff through closeout. This role assists with project scheduling, coordination, submittal and shop drawing processes, change management, and day-to-day project execution. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and interested in building a career in the structural steel fabrication and construction industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers from project award through closeout.
• Assist with project scheduling, coordination, and execution activities.
• Coordinate and track shop drawing submissions and approvals.
• Process and track submittals, RFIs, change orders, and project documentation.
• Assist with project billing and support AIA billing processes (G702/G703).
• Coordinate with customers, architects, engineers, detailers, vendors, and field personnel.
• Monitor project milestones, deliverables, and schedules.
• Support field measuring, site visits, and project closeout activities as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering required.
• General construction knowledge.
• Strong interest in the steel fabrication and construction industry.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including customer relationship skills.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings, blueprints, and steel shop drawing packages.
• Knowledge of AIA billing procedures (G702/G703).
• Experience processing and tracking submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Familiarity with Procore or similar construction management software preferred.
• Jobsite experience and field measuring experience are a strong plus.
• Team-oriented with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, multitask, and manage multiple projects in various phases of construction.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Waukegan Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.