Project Engineer - Construction

Path Construction • Arlington Heights, IL

2h • $65,000 - $80,000

About The Position

Path Construction is seeking a Project Engineer to join its organization in the Chicago, Illinois area. The role supports construction projects by managing day-to-day activities involving subcontractors and suppliers, contract administration, procurement, estimating, pay requests, change orders, requests for information, cost control, scheduling, submittals, and quality. The position may involve projects across a wide range of asset classes, including higher education, retail, multifamily, hospitality, healthcare, restaurants, transportation, water and waste treatment, self-storage, senior living, convention centers, laboratories, and correctional facilities. Travel may be required.

Path Construction is a general contractor founded in 2008 and headquartered in Arlington Heights, Illinois, with additional offices in Scottsdale, Arizona; Charlotte, North Carolina; Knoxville, Tennessee; Tampa, Florida; and Dallas, Texas. The company provides construction services across multiple regions and emphasizes developing its people, quality, customer satisfaction, and advancing construction processes.

Requirements

• A four-year degree in Building Construction, Engineering, or a related field.
• Building and construction management internship experience.
• OSHA site safety experience.
• Current familiarity with modern technology and excellent communication skills.
• General knowledge of construction principles and practices.
• Strong work ethic and desire to work in a team environment and help grow the company.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to travel may be required.
• Working knowledge of project management processes and software, including Microsoft Office and SAGE 300 CRE.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

• Public work experience.
• Estimating experience.
• Self-perform experience.
• OSHA 30-hour training.
• LEED project experience.

Responsibilities

• Administer general contracts and subcontracts.
• Monitor and document jobsite safety and accident prevention.
• Manage construction scheduling.
• Procure and expedite materials and equipment.
• Process requests for information, including receiving, reviewing, submitting, and logging them.
• Review and coordinate shop drawings and submittals.
• Review, report, update, and account for project costs.
• Review subcontractor applications for payment.
• Participate in and document project coordination meetings.
• Supervise and coordinate subcontractors’ field installations.
• Review and negotiate subcontractor change proposal pricing.
• Prepare change proposals.
• Maintain change order documentation and associated cost reporting.
• Research and suggest options for construction means, methods, and equipment.
• Perform quality control.
• Manage project closeout.
• Implement applicable project safety and EEO/Affirmative Action programs.

Benefits

• 401(k) program
• Health, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurance
• PTO
• Company cellphone and computer
• Annual bonus plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level