Project Engineer - Prime MEP

McKinstry; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

McKinstry Essention, LLC in Chicago, IL is seeking a Project Engineer - Prime MEP to support project management through documentation, procurement, and coordination with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure effective project execution.

This role handles RFPs, staffing projections, contract reviews, procurement, and coordinating information flow across design and construction teams, with a focus on successful project delivery and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Construction Management, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Architecture, Facilities Management, or related field.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, contracts.
• Knowledge of construction concepts.
• Experience with project documentation and coordination.

Responsibilities

• Support RFP and procurement processes.
• Track current and future jobs and staffing projections.
• Review contracts, drawings, specifications, and related documents to answer questions and support project delivery.
• Coordinate equipment and materials procurement.
• Assist in the development of scope of work for subcontractors.
• Coordinate job setup, mobilization, project administration, and closeout.
• Support scheduling and coordination of trades.
• Coordinate McKinstry scope of work with drawings and specs.
• Assist with monthly financial reporting.
• Communicate with architects, engineers, owners, and other stakeholders to assist the Project Manager.
• Coordinate field activities for self-performed and subcontracted work.
• Create and respond to RFIs.
• Develop and process submittals for materials, equipment, and subcontractors
• Create site-specific work plans.
• Create and publish Operations & Maintenance Manuals for clients.
• Obtain knowledge of contracts, drawings, and specifications for assigned projects.
• Assist in the client and subcontractor change order process.
• Create billing breakdowns and billing substantiation
• Update and manage all project files
• Conduct quantity take-offs and pricing estimates as directed.
• Uphold and communicate McKinstry safety standards.
• Coordinate with the Safety Team to create and communicate safety plans.
• Respond to Superintendents’ questions regarding contracts, drawings, and specifications in a timely manner.
• Resolve issues as directed by the Project Manager.
• Communicate with subcontractors, architects, engineers, and owners to assist the Project Manager.

Skills

Construction concepts

Plan interpretation

Stakeholder communication

Project coordination

Education

BA/BS in Construction Management or related field

Job description

Position at McKinstry Essention, LLC

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose. McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we're building a thriving planet.

Description

Position at McKinstry Essention, LLC

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose. McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we're building a thriving planet.

Buildings Are a Leading Contributor To The Climate Crisis, Generating Nearly 40% Of Total Global Energy-related Carbon Emissions. We're Making a Lasting Impact On Our Industry And Within Our Communities By Addressing The Climate, Affordability And Equity Crises Through

• renewables and energy services
• engineering and design
• construction and facility services

To get where we're going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry

We are adding a Project Engineer - Prime MEP to our growing Prime MEP division in Chicago, IL. The Project Engineer - Prime MEP supports project management through documentation, procurement, and coordination with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure effective project execution. Additionally, some responsibilities you will have include:

Responsibilities

Project Management

• Support RFP and procurement processes.
• Track current and future jobs and assist with staffing projections.
• Review contracts, drawings, specifications, and related documents to answer questions and support project delivery.
• Coordinate equipment and materials procurement.
• Assist in the development of scope of work for subcontractors.
• Coordinate job set-up, mobilization, project administration, and closeout.
• Support scheduling and coordination of trades.
• Coordinate McKinstry scope of work with drawings and specifications.
• Assist with job start and project closeout documentation.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reporting.
• Communicate with architects, engineers, owners, and other stakeholders to assist the Project Manager with duties.
• Coordinate field activities for self-performed and subcontracted work.

Documentation

• Create and respond to Requests for Information (RFI).
• Develop and process submittals for materials, equipment, and subcontractors
• Create site-specific work plans.
• Create and publish Operations & Maintenance Manuals for clients.
• Obtain detailed knowledge of contracts, drawings, and specifications for assigned projects.
• Assist in the client and subcontractor change order process.
• Create billing breakdowns and billing substantiation
• Update and manage all project files
• Conduct quantity take-offs and pricing estimates as directed.
• Uphold and communicate McKinstry safety standards.
• Coordinate with the Safety Team to create and communicate safety plans.

Safety

• Ensure safety compliance of subcontractors and on-site personnel.

Communication

• Respond to Superintendents’ questions regarding contracts, drawings, and specifications in a timely manner.
• Resolve issues as directed by the Project Manager.
• Communicate with subcontractors, architects, engineers, and owners to assist the Project Manager.

What You Need To Succeed At McKinstry

• Proficiency in all Construction Project Coordinator skills.
• Knowledge of construction concepts required.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, contracts, proposals, estimates, and related documents.
• BA/BS in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Architecture, Facilities Management, or comparable degree.

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:

• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Transgender inclusive benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• Building Good paid community service time
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you’re driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is $29.55 - $48.89 per hour; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This is a non-exempt role and will be paid hourly. Base pay information is based on market location. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.