Project Engineer — Design-Build, High-Growth Role

Jobot

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 85,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

Jobot is recruiting a Project Engineer for a high growth integrated development and construction partner in Chicago. The role blends development and field work, offering exposure across planning, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases.

You will work with experienced project management leadership, subcontractors, consultants, and stakeholders, contributing to projects that balance quality, innovation, and value while developing professionally in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering/Management, or related field.
2–5 years of experience in construction, engineering, or project coordination.
Experience in commercial real‑estate, mixed‑use, or multifamily development preferred.
Familiarity with construction means, methods, scheduling tools, cost tracking, subcontractor coordination, on‑site engineering.

Responsibilities

Assist the Project Manager and Superintendent in planning, coordinating, and executing project work scopes.
Review drawings, RFI’s, submittals, shop drawings, change orders and coordinate with design and construction teams to maintain project alignment.
Monitor project schedules, cost-to-complete, budgets, contingencies and report on progress, risks, and opportunities.
Attend site meetings, coordinate subcontractor activities, track deliverables, and support field operations to meet schedule, budget, and quality objectives.
Support procurement — compile vendor data, review proposals, coordinate with purchasing/team members to ensure timely delivery of long‑lead items and equipment.
Maintain accurate project documentation: daily logs, meeting minutes, field reports, safety records, submittal logs, RFI logs, change order logs, etc.
Assist in risk management efforts: identify potential project risks (schedule, cost, quality, safety), recommend mitigation actions, and monitor implementation.
Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, contract requirements, and applicable codes/regulations.
Support continuous improvement: suggest process enhancements and lessons‑learned from ongoing project work to refine workflows and drive efficiency.