Project Engineer - Construction

Onni Group • Chicago, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Project Engineer leads management of construction documents including drawings, RFIs, submittals, reports, procurement, change orders and other processes throughout the construction project. Additionally, the Project Engineer coordinates between the Project Management staff and Superintendent staff regarding design, procurement, schedule, field issues, and other construction items.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or higher in Project Management or related field required
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction and building codes required
• Proficiency in MS Project, MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Windows and Bluebeam

Responsibilities

• Assist in all aspects of preconstruction, estimating, coordination, execution, and closeout of construction projects.
• Report to Superintendent/ Project Manager and closely work with Assistant Project Managers, Superintendents, field staff, subcontractors, design consultants, third parties, city officials, utility companies, and other internal Onni departments.
• Assist in quantity takeoffs, buyout process, and developing scopes of work
• Assist with cost estimates, budget development, and value engineering
• Research and prequalify vendors and subcontractors
• Manage document control including drawings, specifications, and other supplemental information
• Responsible for coordinating and attending meetings, and distributing meeting minutes
• Utilize project management softwares for processing RFI’s and submittments
• Track material lead times and procurement status
• Attend coordination meetings and track action items / to-do lists
• Process permits and city approvals as required
• Assist with change order management and tracking
• Develop and manage various tracking logs including permits, contracts, change orders, procurement, RFIs, submittals, punch lists, etc.
• Communicate with field staff, subcontractors, design consultants, third parties, city officials, utility companies, and other internal Onni departments.
• Assist superintendents with overseeing site activities and communicating with subcontractors
• Process purchase orders and track deliveries
• Document site issues, design changes, and potential cost impacts
• Participate in site safety reviews
• Develop and maintain punch lists and deficiency lists
• Coordinates site visits from consultants and third parties

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive Benefit Package
• Health Saving Account
• Flexible Saving Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Annual Education Allowance
• Generous Referral Program
• Fun and collaborative company culture with lots of team-building events
• Friends and Family rates for Level Hotels & Furnished Suites, The Opus Hotel and The Emily Hotel

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree