Project Engineer II

Pepper Construction•Chicago, IL

20h

About The Position

Project Engineers work with experienced Project Management and Field Supervision staff and assist with the overall safety, direction, completion, and financial outcome of construction projects from initial budget through project closeout. Safety is the number one priority at Pepper Construction, and Project Engineers are expected to promote and exemplify safe work practices. Project Engineers are expected to work with people at all levels of Project Management and Field Supervision on jobsites and in offices to establish operational priorities and ensure a quality project. They are also expected to maintain positive and effective working relationships with both internal and external members of the Project Team and support departments.

Requirements

B.S. in Construction, Engineering, or related field
2-4 years of experience in the construction field
Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
Detail oriented

Nice To Haves

Experience in BIM, Revit, 3D systems, or similar preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure customer satisfaction by identifying and exceeding client needs
Estimate, value engineer, and develop project budgets
Facilitate the subcontractor bid process to include processing, distribution and tracking of all project bidding documentation
Utilize software programs and templates to process, distribute, and track all project documentation
Negotiate subcontractor and material buyout; develop and negotiate subcontracts.
Plan and schedule projects
Manage jobs in progress, including subcontractor coordination, conflict resolution, and documentation, while ensuring quality and safety on every job
Manage project costs through the ongoing evaluation of labor, material, and equipment; continue to forecast and analyze construction costs, exposures, and profits through project completion
Perform project closeout
Other duties as assigned