Project Engineer I: Field Coordination & Leadership

Mortenson; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 84,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans (v

Dental plan

401k retirement plan with Mortenson

Paid time off and holidays

Life, AD&D, disability insurance

Mental health tools and work-life reso

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym Membership Discount Program

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Project Engineer to oversee review, analysis, management, and resolution of field coordination issues with project team members. Compensation is determined based on experience and location, with roles at levels 1 and 2.

The role requires full-time presence at project sites in Illinois within a 90-mile radius of Itasca, IL, and offers a path for growth across two levels based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
• Current driver's license.
• This position requires full-time presence at assigned project sites in Illinois within a 90-mile radius of the Itasca, IL office.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple project tasks.
• Basic understanding of construction law and business practices.
• Strong teamwork, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, project, and relevant web applications.
• Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies.
• Active listening and effective communication skills, open to diverse input and feedback.

Responsibilities

• Interpret project plans, specifications, and details for subcontractors and craft persons
• Implement pre-construction quality plan and manage construction permits
• Develop and maintain Material Tracking List, Project Test and Inspection Listing, Concrete Placement Log, Non-Conformance Report
• Manage, create, and distribute contract documents, including RFIs and correspondence
• Oversee testing and inspection processes, implementing a three-phase inspection system
• Manage submittals, ensuring timely processing and alignment with project schedule
• Coordinate subcontractor details, including insurance verification and final payment requests
• Develop and distribute RFIs and Change Orders, updating as-built construction documents
• Build relationships across diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
• Lead team members by example, providing coaching, feedback, and performance management

Skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Communication

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil or Architectural Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Web applications

Job description

Mortenson is seeking a Project Engineer to oversee review, analysis, management, and resolution of field coordination issues with project team members. Compensation is determined based on experience and location, with roles at levels 1 and 2.

The role requires full-time presence at project sites in Illinois within a 90-mile radius of Itasca, IL, and offers a path for growth across two levels based on qualifications.