Project Engineer (Job Order Contract Construction Market)

Leopardo Construction•Chicago, IL

10d•$70,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

Leopardo Construction is seeking a Project Engineer for their Job Order Contract market in downtown Chicago. This role is designed for individuals aiming to develop their careers in a dynamic construction environment. Project Engineers will engage in significant projects, gaining comprehensive exposure to the construction industry. As part of the project management team, the Project Engineer will support Estimating, Project Management, and Field Operations in planning, directing, and coordinating project activities to achieve project goals. This position offers a structured training program covering company policies, procedures, philosophies, and the overall construction process, preparing individuals for advancement to roles such as Estimator, Project Manager, or Superintendent.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year College or University in construction, engineering or architecture related fields; or, equivalent training and related experience.
Understanding of basic construction technologies such as: scheduling software, financial comprehension, digital model navigation; ability to read and understand blueprints is a must.
Awareness of project management and accounting software.
Must have a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Prior industry experience as a Project Engineer or Intern preferred.
Field and/or estimating experience is a plus.
Viewpoint software experience is a plus.
OSHA 30 Hour certification is a plus.
LEED GA accreditation is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist project management staff in monitoring and achieving project goals, including overhead, profit, general conditions, self-performed trades, client satisfaction, and profit projections/job cost maintenance.
Monitor a detailed master construction schedule using Asta, tracking critical dates and providing updates.
Obtain necessary permits, insurance, and bonds.
Review and process submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs, following up to expedite approvals and maintaining relevant logs.
Coordinate and participate in various construction meetings (pre, weekly, post), preparing meeting minutes and tracking action items.
Coordinate MBE/WBE compliance monitoring, updating, and reporting.
Negotiate with and procure Subcontractors and Suppliers, generating subcontracts/purchase orders, and reviewing monthly payment applications.
Ensure BIM, LEED, and Design/Build subcontract language is included as necessary, and track subcontracts, insurance, and bonds.
Generate and maintain project documentation for BIM, including model mediation and clash detection.
Review LEED construction deliverables for LEED-seeking projects.
Determine subcontractor work completed to date and generate monthly billings/sworn statements to the owner.
Verify, price, and prepare change order documentation, maintaining a change order log.
Compile project completion closeout documentation, including as-built drawings, warranty letters, and O&M manuals.
Ensure correct setup and maintenance of filing and archiving systems.
Assist estimating staff in developing bid strategies, formulating accurate budgets, and reviewing bid documents for quantity take-offs.
Conduct jobsite walkthroughs to verify field conditions and develop lists of qualified subcontract bidders.
Receive and analyze Subcontractor bids, preparing owner budget proposals after value engineering.
Participate in client presentations and preconstruction job turnover processes.
Assist field operations staff in procuring materials and assembling two-week look-ahead schedules.
Maintain daily logs of job activities and participate in subcontractor meetings.
Initiate project safety plans and monitor EH&S initiatives, conducting daily jobsite reviews and audits.
Initiate job-specific QC plans, review plans and specs, and maintain construction documents on site.
Post and process ASI's, bulletins, CCDs, etc., and participate in coordination and pre-installation meetings.
Manage self-perform trades and monitor budgeted versus actual costs.
Generate punch lists, determine responsible subcontractors, and follow up on completion.
Monitor and record project hiring requirements, maintaining daily and monthly records and payroll certifications.
Work on-site and interact with clients, owner's representatives, or end-users as required.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Life Insurance
Vision Program
Short term/long term disability
401k + matching plan
Generous PTO including Paid Holidays and Volunteer PTO, Time & Donation Matching
Identify theft protection
Tuition assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Group accident insurance
Legal services
Pet insurance
529 College Savings Plan