Project Engineer – Commercial Construction

Elite Construction Professionals • Gurnee, IL

15d • Onsite

About The Position

A national commercial general contractor headquartered in the north Chicago suburbs is hiring a Project Engineer. The company has been building since 1958 and delivers projects nationwide across hospitality, retail, multifamily, office, industrial, and mixed-use sectors. This role is suited to someone early in their career who wants exposure to every phase of a project and a path toward becoming a Project Manager.

The Project Engineer works alongside Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, and design partners to help keep projects organized, on schedule, and on budget. The position is based in Gurnee, Illinois, on-site with jobsite visits, and includes travel to jobsites as projects require.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience is considered.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and contracts.
• Strong Excel, Word, and Outlook skills.
• Organized, clear communicator, and problem solver able to manage priorities and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to travel to jobsites as projects require.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in commercial construction, project coordination, estimating, or procurement.
• Familiarity with CMiC, Smartsheet, Lucernex, or similar construction software.

Responsibilities

• Support estimating, procurement, buyout, change orders, and contract administration.
• Help manage project budgets, cost tracking, financial reporting, and owner pay applications.
• Coordinate drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and project documentation.
• Track schedules, action items, and open deliverables.
• Coordinate communication between owners, architects, subcontractors, vendors, and the internal team.
• Support closeout activities, including inspections, punch lists, warranties, and final documentation.
• Identify issues early and help drive projects from start to finish.

What This Job Offers

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