Reporting to the Director of Network Transformation, the Project Engineer will support all project initiatives such as estimation, execution, administration, coordination, and communication between the field contractors and our in-house project management & design teams.
The Project Engineer is responsible for project coordination and administration, quality control, submittals & RFIs, scheduling, documentation & reporting, generation of subcontracts, purchase orders and management of contractor pay requests.
Candidates must live in Chicago, IL, as in-office attendance is required.
GENERAL SKILLS
- Ability to read and understand plans and specifications.
- Basic understanding of accounting principles for processing contractor and supplier invoices, providing project budgets. Familiarity with accounting software is beneficial.
- Comprehensive knowledge of commercial construction estimating and bidding process.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient computer skills including Excel, Word, Bluebeam and Microsoft Project.
- Knowledge of construction estimating software, or previous experience performing takeoffs is a plus.
- Familiarity with RFI and Submittal processes preferred.
- Previous experience with Procore (Project Management software) beneficial.
- OSHA certification is a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or similar is strongly recommended.
- Ability to Travel (up to 25%)
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- The Project Engineer will offer administrative support to the project team during the design phase by performing conceptual cost per sq/ft takeoffs.
- Supports in sourcing of local GCs (using our database, or other tools), reaching out for ROM budgets, insurance requirements, and assists Pre-Construction efforts with bidding as required.
- Manages the set up of submittals in Procore once a supplement has been signed.
- Manages the quality control and review of submittals and RFIs during the Pre-construction and construction phases.
- Collaborates with the project team in coordination of installations, Client and field contractors and suppliers throughout the project – providing updates as required.
- Manages schedule updates for various projects throughout the course of construction.
- Provides the minutes of meeting to the Construction Project Manager after weekly OAC calls.
- Manages contractor and supplier invoices, pay requests and reporting keeping the project team up to date with current project budget.
- Generates the subcontracts and purchase orders to contractors and suppliers once supplement has been signed.
- Attends site visits with the Construction Project Manager, assisting with project oversight and coordination of field activities as required.
- Assists with vetting vendors and subcontractors during bid phase.
- Assists Estimating with securing “real time” local market costs and trade pricing.
- Any other duties that Support the Construction Project Manager or Director of Network Transformation require.