Project Engineer II - Controls & Field Coordination

M. A. Mortenson Company; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 93,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical + vision

Dental

401k match

Paid time off

Life/AD&D/Disability insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym membership

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Project Engineer II (Controls) in Chicago, IL, to collaborate with staff at all levels in a dynamic environment. You will review, analyze, and resolve field coordination issues with the project team while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

The role involves interpreting plans for subcontractors, managing quality plans, permits, submittals, and project closeout procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or Construction Management.
• Minimum of three years related construction experience.
• Detail orientation sufficient to organize and effectively manage multiple tasks.
• Possess basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices.
• Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven positive and professional attitude and customer service skills.
• Current driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Interpret project plans, specifications, and details for subcontractors and craft persons.
• Implement the pre-construction quality plan and manage testing and inspection processes.
• Obtain and maintain construction permits; manage fee payments and recurring expenses.
• Develop and maintain Material Tracking List, Project Test and Inspection Listing, Concrete Placement Log, and Non-Conformance Report.
• Manage, create, and distribute contract documents; establish handling procedures for electronic documents (RFIs, correspondence).
• Manage submittals: set up register, obtain customer/architect approval, prepare transmittal forms, coordinate packaging, review, and processing.
• Expedite submittals to align with project schedule; communicate submittal process details to subcontractors and suppliers.
• Incorporate processes and procedures for project closeout phase; define and implement procedures for posting revisions and updates to as-built construction documents.
• Mentor, manage, and evaluate field engineers; determine alternative work methods as needed.
• Coordinate safety and compliance for all team members; maintain schedule of timelines and ensure completion.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Teamwork orientation

Initiative

Communication

Problem-solving

Customer service

Driver’s license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Project Engineer II (Controls) in Chicago, IL, to collaborate with staff at all levels in a dynamic environment. You will review, analyze, and resolve field coordination issues with the project team while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

The role involves interpreting plans for subcontractors, managing quality plans, permits, submittals, and project closeout procedures.