Project Engineer (Assistant Project Manager)

Thompson Concrete Construction; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Project Engineer in Chicago to assist the Project Manager in executing projects on time and within budget. Responsibilities include collaborating on action plans, managing project documentation, and supporting on-site teams. Ideal candidates will have a degree in construction management, strong communication skills, and a knack for problem-solving. This role requires physical adaptability, including the ability to travel to various job sites and work under potentially challenging conditions, while offering competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with construction management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant construction software.

Responsibilities

• Assists with project startup and administrative duties.
• Collaborates to create strategic action plans and cost estimates.
• Tracks and invoices specialty equipment to appropriate cost codes.

Skills

Communication

Budgeting

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

4-year college degree in construction management

Tools

Tape measure

Hammer

Job description

Job Summary:
The Project Engineer assists the Project Manager in ensuring the project is completed on time, within budget, and on schedule and administrative duties.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Follows Mission, Vision, Values
• Assists with project startup
• Responsible for all information in the supervisor folder
• Travels to jobsites
• Recommends and/or analyzes material, equipment, and practices used in the project
• Collaborates to create a strategic action plan and cost estimates of materials, time, labor, and other resources required to complete the job
• Assesses the competence, capabilities, resources, and financial status of vendors
• Supports on-site Project Managers and Superintendents with administrative/field tasks
• Updates all logs including change order, gravel and concrete logs
• Performs all activities required in the change order
• Assists with closeouts goals, problem solving, logistical needs, and resource planning
• Creates comparison worksheets and gathers material quotes
• Tracks and invoices specialty equipment to appropriate cost code
• Accurately codes project invoices
• Assists Superintendent obtain all required documentation including certificates, lien wavers, disclaimers, warrantees, etc.
• Performs other related duties as assigned/needed up to and including all laborer duties

Required Skills/Abilities :

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent budgeting and cost containment skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Proficient with ProContractor and Blue-Beam
• Excellent understanding of construction drawings

Education and Experience :

• 4-year college degree in construction management or equivalent job experience
• Valid drivers license or State ID
• CPR and First Aid (Thompson will train)

Physical Requirements :

• Must be able to kneel, crouch, balance, climb, and crawl
• Must be able to traverse different types of worksites and bend, climb, stretch, and reach
• Must be able to exert physical effort, handling average weight objects up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to work in a variety of environments including but not limited to concrete, dirt, fumes, and loud noise levels
• Must be able to work long hours and Saturdays when needed

Required Tools:

• Tape measure
• Boots
• Hammer

Salary: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Columbus, OH: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)