Project Engineer - Chicago Developer - Downtown Highrise Projects

Navigate Search; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with 4% match

Full benefits

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Onni Group in Chicago is seeking a Project Engineer to support a ground-up multifamily project, coordinating with architects, engineers, and subcontractors while assisting with schedules, procurement, and cost reporting.

The role offers exposure to both development and construction, with opportunities to advance toward a Project Manager role on large-scale urban projects within a national platform with local presence.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of commercial or multifamily construction experience
• Ground-up multifamily/high-rise or large-scale commercial construction experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field
• Strong understanding of construction documents, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and project administration
• Proficiency with construction technology and project management software
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities
• Ambition to progress toward a Project Manager-level position

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager and leadership with day-to-day management of a major ground-up multifamily project
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams
• Review drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and other project documentation
• Assist with project schedules, procurement tracking, budgets, and cost reporting
• Participate in project meetings and maintain detailed meeting minutes and action-item logs
• Assist with subcontractor coordination and contract administration
• Track project progress and help identify schedule, cost, and quality issues
• Coordinate material procurement and delivery schedules
• Support the team through construction, closeout, turnover, and punch-list activities
• Maintain organized project documentation and ensure information is communicated effectively across the project team
• Work closely with senior project leadership while progressively taking ownership of individual scopes and responsibilities

Skills

Construction management

Scheduling

Communication

Problem-solving

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Project management software

Job description

The Opportunity

A nationally established real estate developer and builder is looking to add a Project Engineer to its Chicago construction team.

This is an opportunity to join a company that develops and builds its own projects, giving you exposure to the entire development and construction process rather than limiting you to one narrow piece of a project. The company has more than 50 years of experience and operates across major North American markets including Chicago, Los Angeles, Seattle, Phoenix, Toronto, and Vancouver.

The Chicago team is actively involved in some of the city's most significant multifamily and commercial development activity, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career.

Why This Opportunity?

• Work directly for the developer/builder — gain insight into both the development and construction sides of the business.
• High-rise and multifamily experience — work on complex, large-scale urban residential projects.
• In-house construction operations — the company manages construction internally, allowing team members to be involved throughout the project lifecycle.
• Career growth — ideal for a PE ready to step into an APM role or an APM looking to take on greater project responsibility.
• Large, sophisticated projects — exposure to high-rise construction, design coordination, consultants, subcontractors, procurement, scheduling, and project controls.
• National platform with a local presence — join an established organization with thousands of employees and active development across North America.
• Opportunity to make an impact — Onni emphasizes quality, innovation, sustainability, and technology throughout its development and construction process.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager and project leadership team with day-to-day management of a major ground-up multifamily project.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Review drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and other project documentation.
• Assist with project schedules, procurement tracking, budgets, and cost reporting.
• Participate in project meetings and maintain detailed meeting minutes and action-item logs.
• Assist with subcontractor coordination and contract administration.
• Track project progress and help identify potential schedule, cost, and quality issues.
• Coordinate material procurement and delivery schedules.
• Support the team through construction, closeout, turnover, and punch-list activities.
• Maintain organized project documentation and ensure information is communicated effectively across the project team.
• Work closely with senior project leadership while progressively taking ownership of individual scopes and responsibilities.

Ideal Background

• 1-3 years of commercial or multifamily construction experience
• Ground-up multifamily, highrise, residential, or largescale commercial construction experience strongly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction documents, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and project administration.
• Proficiency with construction technology and project management software.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Someone who is ambitious and interested in progressing toward a Project Manager-level position.

Offer

• Salary ranging from $80,000 to $100,000, commiserate with experience
• 401k with 4% company match
• Full benefits options with employer coverage
• Strong project and performance based bonuses