Project Engineer; 'Graduate

8750 W Bryn Mawr Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA

Posted Monday, August 4, 2025 at 6:00 AM

At Power, we are builders at our core. We’re also problem solvers, innovators, and trusted collaborators. Since 1926, our entrepreneurial spirit has driven us to find better ways to build what matters most: our relationships, our people, and, of course, our buildings. Today, we’re still that same management‑owned construction firm – now with $1.5 billion in annual revenue and a professional staff of more than 450.

Our people are the reason we are able to repeatedly serve as a trusted partner to our clients, whether that be in Chicago or nationwide.

We thrive in the field fueled by our passion to wow our clients and business partners. Our leaders stay hands‑on, our teams grow here long‑term, and our partnerships create real value. From improving how we work to empowering the people who make it all happen, we’re committed to one thing: exceeding expectations – every time.

• Budget preliminary documents
• Distribute new or updated drawings and specifications
• Perform estimates and takeoffs
• Prepare and update project schedules as required
• Research drawing interpretations, problems, conflicts, interferences, and errors
• Research, transmit and monitor RFI's
• Prepare a submittal log in accordance with the project schedule and specifications. Monitor and expedite submittals in accordance with the submittal log and project requirements. Follow through as required.
• Distribute, research, monitor, compile proposed Change Order (C.O.), Architects Supplemental Instruction (ASI), etc. Submit to Supervisor for approval. Update contract documents with C.O., ASI, etc.
• Maintain tracking system to expedite construction materials and equipment
• Maintain and update status reports as required.
• Generate punch list.
• Attend and document project meetings.
• Oversee general correspondence as required.
• Manage close out process. During course of project, aide in reviewing and verifying quantities and unit prices of subcontractor extra work orders.
• Perform additional assignments per Project Manager's or Superintendent's direction.

• Bachelor’s degree in a construction related field
• Relevant internship or related work experience
• Working knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, drawings, and specifications, building materials and required standards applicable to discipline
• Knowledge of Construction Management Software

Salary Range:
Starting at $74,000

Compensation for this role includes a base salary plus an annual discretionary bonus. Details on our benefits can be found on the Benefits tab within the Careers section of the website.

Power Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Power Construction is committed to increasing opportunities for historically disadvantaged workers (including women and members of disproportionately affected racial and ethnic groups), as well as residents of marginalized communities.

8750 W Bryn Mawr Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA