Project Engineer

ABOUT THE ROLELike the look of this opportunity Make sure to apply fast, as a high volume of applications is expected Scroll down to read the complete job description.We are working for an established Chicago-area civil and earthworks contractor with project work near Bradley, Illinois. They are seeking an entry-level Project Engineer who wants hands-on experience with civil construction, earthwork, grading, quantities, drawings, field coordination, and project management.This is a strong first step for a recent graduate in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or a related field. Candidates with up to two years of experience are welcome. Internship, co-op, surveying, estimating, materials-testing, or site/civil construction exposure is helpful but not required.RESPONSIBILITIESSupport project managers, superintendents, and field crews with day-to-day project engineering tasks.Review plans, drawings, specifications, and field documentation.Assist with quantity takeoffs, material tracking, and change-order documentation.Help coordinate field work, subcontractors, schedules, deliveries, RFIs, submittals, and project records.Support grading, excavation, earthwork, utilities, and other site/civil construction activities.Prepare and maintain accurate daily reports and project documentation.Communicate with project managers, superintendents, engineers, subcontractors, and crews.Learn and support construction technology such as Trimble, GPS or machine control, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and similar systems.QUALIFICATIONSRecent or upcoming bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or a related field.Zero to two years of relevant experience; internships and co-ops count.Interest in excavation, grading, earthwork, utilities, infrastructure, or heavy civil construction.Comfortable reading plans or motivated to develop strong plan-reading and quantity skills.Strong communication, organization, attention to detail, and follow-through.Proficiency with Microsoft Office. AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Trimble, GPS, surveying, or takeoff tools are a plus.Willing and able to work on-site near Bradley, Illinois.Legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS$70,000-$80,000 base salary, depending on experience.Benefits package. xhyhwjd Training and long-term advancement into project management.