Project Engineer I

Project EngineerWe are a company who believes in building a better, safer, more sustainable world for generations to come. We are committed to making a difference within our communities, who depend on the safety and reliability of the structures we build and is possible with our main asset, our people!OHLA USA brings together the construction industry's most diverse talent who thrive in a collaborative work environment and appreciate challenges and opportunities.We currently have an opportunity for a Project Engineer in the Greater Chicago Area. The Project Engineer is responsible for providing technical engineering and project control support on our heavy civil and transportation construction projects. This role works closely with the Project Manager to implement policies and procedures required for project success. The Project Engineer is expected to maintain a good knowledge of the contract specifications, documents and the scope of work, including subcontracts and purchase orders and to assist in development of project status reports and profit projections on our projects.Responsibilities:Works closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, Foreman and crews on project deliverables.Process/manage material deliveries – ensure that materials received are properly inspected for quantity and quality and are in compliance with contract documents.Manage and negotiate subcontractor and material contracts.Assist in developing and updating the project schedule.Coordinate and schedule shop drawings and submittals.Maintain a complete and current record of submittals, approvals and resubmittals, including a file of letters of transmittal and dates of each transaction.High level of involvement in the operations of our cost control system and analysis of construction costs.Participate in monthly forecasting revenue and cost accruals.Accumulate all necessary data and prepare monthly pay estimates.Process and estimate change orders and requests for information as directed by the Project Manager.Follows OHLA USA policies and procedures, including safety policies.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field3+ years of heavy civil construction experienceSafety oriented – 10-hour and 30-hour OSHA certificates are preferredStrong organizational and time management skillsAbility to function as a team builder/playerIDOT/TOLLWAY experience strongly preferredAdditional Benefits offered by OHLA USA:Medical, Dental, & Vision InsuranceShort- and Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance401(k) retirement plan with employer matchingTuition Reimbursement after 1 year of employmentPersonal Time Off Program (PTO)Engaging work environmentAnd much more!!To learn more about OHLA USA, visit our website ADA Message: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will require the ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; Employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud noise.OHLA EEO Message: OHLA USA and its affiliates are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. VEVRAA Federal ContractorMinimum SalaryUSD $75,000.00/Yr. Maximum SalaryUSD $95,000.00/Yr.