Project Engineer - Construction

Onni Group of Companies; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Health savings account

Annual education allowance

Referral program

Team-building events

Family rates for hotels

Job summary

The Onni Group of Companies is seeking a Project Engineer to lead management of construction documents, RFIs, submittals, and reports across a Chicago project. You will coordinate between Project Management staff and Superintendent staff on design, procurement, schedule, and field issues.

Responsibilities include preconstruction support, cost estimation help, vendor prequalification, and active tracking of permits, procurement, and change orders.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher in Project Management or related field.
• Knowledge of construction and building codes required.
• Proficiency in MS Project, MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Windows and Bluebeam.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preconstruction, estimating, coordination, execution, and closeout of construction projects.
• Report to Superintendent/Project Manager and coordinate with field staff and subcontractors.
• Manage document control including drawings, specifications, and other submittals.
• Attend meetings, prepare minutes, and track RFIs, submittals, and change orders.

Skills

MS Project

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Windows

Bluebeam

Education

Associate’s degree or higher in Project Management or related field

Tools

Construction docs software

Job description

Job Description:

The Project Engineer leads management of construction documents including drawings, RFIs, submittals, reports, procurement, change orders and other processes throughout the construction project. Additionally, the Project Engineer coordinates between the Project Management staff and Superintendent staff regarding design, procurement, schedule, field issues, and other construction items.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive payand a Comprehensive Benefit Package
• Health Saving Account, Flexible Saving Account, Employee Assistance Program
• Annual Education Allowance
• Generous Referral Program
• Fun and collaborative company culture with lots of team-building events
• Friends and Family rates for Level Hotels & Furnished Suites, The Opus Hotel and The Emily Hotel

What You Will Do:

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assist in all aspects of preconstruction, estimating, coordination, execution, and closeout of construction projects.
• Report to Superintendent/ Project Manager and closely work with Assistant Project Managers, Superintendents, field staff, subcontractors, design consultants, third parties, city officials, utility companies, and other internal Onni departments.

Pre-Construction Phase Responsibilities

• Assist in quantity takeoffs, buyout process, and developing scopes of work
• Assist with cost estimates, budget development, and value engineering
• Research and prequalify vendors and subcontractors

Construction Phase Responsibilities

• Manage document control including drawings, specifications, and other supplemental information
• Responsible for coordinating and attending meetings, and distributing meeting minutes
• Utilize project management softwares for processing RFI’s and submittals
• Track material lead times and procurement status
• Attend coordination meetings and track action items / to-do lists
• Process permits and city approvals as required
• Assist with change order management and tracking
• Develop and manage various tracking logs including permits, contracts, change orders, procurement, RFIs, submittals, punch lists, etc.
• Communicate with field staff, subcontractors, design consultants, third parties, city officials, utility companies, and other internal Onni departments.

Field Responsibilities

• Assist superintendents with overseeing site activities and communicating with subcontractors
• Process purchase orders and track deliveries
• Document site issues, design changes, and potential cost impacts
• Participate in site safety reviews
• Develop and maintain punch lists and deficiency lists
• Coordinates site visits from consultants and third parties

What You Bring:

• Associate’s degree or higher in Project Management or related field required
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction and building codes required
• Proficiency in MS Project, MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Windows and Bluebeam

Salary Range:

$80,000-$90,000

About The Company:

Onni

For over half a century, Onni has been building communities for people to live, work, and play. Our success reflects our commitment to our employees and partners, and our dedication to quality construction, innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Our expertise expands across North America, with offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Los Angeles, Seattle, Phoenix, and Chicago.

AI Use:

This role may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support research, analysis, content development, design, reporting, or operational efficiency. Employees are expected to use AI responsibly and in compliance with company policies, data privacy requirements, confidentiality obligations, and applicable laws.

All AI-generated or AI-assisted outputs must be reviewed for accuracy, quality, and appropriateness before use. Employees are also expected to disclose when AI tools have been used in the creation of work and must not present AI-generated content as solely their own original work.