Project Engineer- Heavy Construction / Building Construction

JOB POSTING: Project Engineer

Job Description
IHC Construction Companies, LLC one of Chicagoland's longest established construction firms, is an ENR Top 400 Contractor and a Crain's Chicago Largest Contractor, employing a team of dedicated construction professionals with a broad depth of industry knowledge and expertise. IHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Minorities, Women, People with Disabilities and Veterans to apply.

We are actively seeking a PROJECT ENGINEER (Heavy Construction and Building Construction) for immediate openings in our Chicagoland office, with HQ in Elgin, IL. If you are a Project Engineer seeking employment at IHC, please submit your application (and resume if available). This Project Engineer position focuses on Heavy Construction (bridge work/infrastructure/plant & process) or Building Construction (school and municipal markets) and is based at either our Elgin, IL corporate office, or a project site in NE Illinois.

It is the responsibility of the Project Engineer, whether the focus is on Heavy Construction (bridge work/infrastructure/plant & process) or Building Construction (school and municipal markets) to manage all Project Engineer related duties efficiently & effectively. A successful Project Engineer is an ambitious individual with the desire to advance within the Company.

Ideal candidate:
-has a degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a similar field of study, or has qualifying experience
-is willing to work in both a field and office setting
-is computer literate and willing to work with multiple project management, estimating, and scheduling software systems
-is an ambitious individual with the desire to advance within the Company

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities:
- Assist Project Manager and Site Superintendent
- Submittal Review and Processing
- Request for Information Processing
- Requesting Change Order Information from Subcontractors
- Drawing Documentation
- Processing Meeting Minutes
- Pre-Construction Preparation of Scopes
- Other miscellaneous duties as assigned

Qualifications:
-Strong communication skills
-Is well organized with an acute attention to detail
-Can easily adapt to fluctuations in the workload as needed
-Is a good listener and acts in a professional manner
-Is eager to learn and responds in a positive manner to direction and feedback from supervisor
-Is a team player with a positive attitude and desire to promote a productive work environment
-Is proficient in PM Software, including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Bluebeam, HCSS HeavyBid, HCSS HeavyJob, Viewpoint Vista, P6, AutoCAD and various client specific websites and portals
-Lives in the Chicagoland area

Successful Project Manager candidate:
*has experience in heavy construction (bridge work/infrastructure/plant & process)
*has expertise to take project from preconstruction to closeout
*has experience in cost control, payment processes, and closeouts
*possesses strong team management skills
*has excellent verbal and written skills
*is a self-starter
*is confident and effective at delivering formal presentations in front of others
*has strong problem-solving skills and seek to resolve issues with a win-win outcome
*maintains the highest level of professionalism at all times
*leads by example, displaying honesty and integrity
*demonstrates a strong commitment to exceptional customer service
*lives in the Chicagoland area

Benefits:
-Employer-paid Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription)
-Disability Insurance (short-term and long-term)
-Mental health support (e.g., Employee Assistance Program - EAP)
-401k with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
-Paid vacation and sick leave
-Paid parental leave (maternity/paternity/adoption leave)
-Bereavement leave
-Holidays (paid company holidays)
-Tuition reimbursement
-Career advancement opportunities

IHC has a comprehensive program to fulfill its State & Federal requirements to provide a drug-free work environment. All candidates must be willing to submit to drug testing.

Please Note: Due to the high volume of applicants, IHC DOES NOT ACCEPT OR RETURN PHONE CALLS OR EMAILS inquiring about applicant status. Qualified candidates will be contacted directly. Once you have submitted your application, you will receive an automated email notifying you that your application has been successfully submitted. The only way to be considered for a current or future position at IHC is by applying through this online application system. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.