Senior Project Engineer - Prime MEP

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we’re building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We’re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:

• renewables and energy services
• engineering and design
• construction and facility services

To get where we’re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry

We are adding a Senior Project Engineer - Prime MEP to our growing Prime MEP division inChicago, IL. The Senior Project Engineer - Prime MEP oversees the delivery of complex projects, with responsibility for fiscal outcomes, technical quality, and stakeholder coordination from initiation through closeout. Additionally, some responsibilities you will have include:

Project Coordination

• Serve as the on-site point of contact for clients, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel as needed.
• Support Request for Proposal (RFP) processes.
• Coordinate equipment procurement with the purchasing department and outside vendors to order and expedite material.
• Assist in the development of scope of work for subcontractors.
• Oversee the scheduling and coordination of trades.
• Assist with project controls, including reviewing and substantiating subcontractor billings, drafting subcontract and purchasing agreements, assisting with client billings, and assuming responsibility for project fiscal performance with oversight of the Project Manager.
• Assist in preparation of monthly project accounting review.
• Manage and ensure accuracy of cost issue logs.

Documentation

• Maintain drawings, daily correspondence with trades, schedules, RFI logs, submittal logs, and Superintendent daily reports.
• Create and respond to Requests for Information (RFI).
• Create site-specific work plans.
• Process, review, log, and distribute submittals.
• Create and publish Operations and Maintenance Manuals for clients.
• Obtain detailed knowledge of contract, drawings, and specifications for assigned projects.
• Maintain cost issue logs.

Safety

• Assess site safety and implement actions to prevent injury to property and personnel.
• Uphold and communicate McKinstry safety standards.
• Coordinate with the Safety Team to create and communicate site safety plans.
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry

• Proficiency in all Construction Project Engineer responsibilities.
• BA/BS in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Architecture, Facilities Management, or comparable degree.
• 2 years of Project Engineer role equivalent required.
• Knowledge of construction management, commercial building process, and financial acumen required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) and LEED professional designations preferred.

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:

• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Transgender inclusive benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• “Building Good” paid community service time
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you’re driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is$36.48 - $61.97per hour; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This is a non-exempt role and will be paid hourly. Base pay information is based on market location. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment iscontingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.

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