Project Engineer - Entry Level (May 2027) - On-site

Usi Insurance; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off

Performance-based bonus

Career Wellbeing, Development and Tr a

Company Outings and Events

Job summary

ENC Construction & Development in Chicago, IL seeks a Project Engineer - Entry Level (May 2027) to support project teams in-office and in the field. You will assist with coordination, scheduling, safety, and estimating while helping manage procurement and trade activity.

The role requires a 4-year degree in a relevant field and internship/co-op experience in commercial or multifamily construction. Strong organization, communication, and Procore familiarity are valued as you contribute to on-time

Qualifications

• Proficient in reading and understanding construction drawings, specifications and contract documents.
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Ability to stay organized during various phases of multiple ongoing projects.
• Familiarity with rules, regulations, best practices and performance standards.

Responsibilities

• Support PM and Field team with project coordination, scheduling, safety management, and estimating.
• Assist with trade procurement and onsite subcontractor activity.
• Utilize Procore and ENC templates to process, distribute, track, update and manage all project documentation.
• Perform bidding and awarding trades, reviewing submittals, generating RFIs, cost management, meeting minutes, and processing pay applications.
• Monitor and control construction activity with on-site superintendent to meet schedule and budget.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements with external stakeholders and subcontractors.
• Collaborate with project staff to outline work plan, assign duties and review status reports.

Skills

Reading drawings

Communication

Organization

Time management

Teamwork

Problem solving

Procore

Education

4-year degree in Construction Management/Engineering/Architecture

Tools

Procore

Job description

Project Engineer - Entry Level (May 2027)

ENC Construction & Development (“ENC”) is looking for eager new graduates to join our fast‑growing team in Chicago, IL. The Project Engineer role at ENC provides hands‑on experience supporting our project teams, both in the office and in the field, as we execute and deliver our challenging and exciting portfolio of projects. We are seeking Project Engineers with a strong work ethic and motivation to be a part of an innovative and hard‑working team.

Benefits (probationary period may apply):

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off (accrual based)
• Performance‑based bonus programs
• Career Wellbeing, Development and Training
• Company Outings and Events

Job Responsibilities

• Support PM and Field team with project coordination, scheduling, safety management, and estimating.
• Assist with trade procurement and onsite subcontractor activity.
• Utilize Procore and established ENC templates to process, distribute, track, update and manage all project documentation.
• Perform a variety of tasks including bidding and awarding trades, reviewing and processing submittals, generating RFIs, cost management, issuing meeting minutes, and processing pay applications.
• Monitor and control construction activity through administrative coordination with on‑site superintendent to ensure project completion on schedule and within budget.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements with external stakeholders and subcontractors.
• Collaborate with project staff to outline the work plan, assign duties, responsibilities and scope of authority and review project status reports, modifying schedules and budgets as required to meet prescribed plans.
• Maintain relationships with Subcontractors, Architects, and Engineers to ensure construction activity supports the project schedule and requirements.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in a relevant field of study (Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, etc.).
• Prior internship(s) or co‑op experience working on commercial or multifamily construction projects.
• Previous exposure to project management software is preferred but not required.

Skills:

• Proficient in reading and understanding construction drawings, specifications and contract documents.
• Strong interpersonal skills and strong written/verbal communication.
• Ability to stay organized during various phases of multiple ongoing projects.
• Familiarity with rules, regulations, best practices and performance standards.
• Must be extremely organized, self‑reliant, proactive, and detail oriented.
• Professional discretion, confidentiality and mature judgment.
• Proactive approach to time‑management and problem solving.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

DISCLAIMER This job description reflects ENC’s assignment of essential functions; and nothing in this herein restricts ENC’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.