Project Engineer - Corporate Interiors

Company: Redmond Construction Corp
Location: Chicago
Posted on: November 4, 2024

Job Description:

PROJECT ENGINEER - CORPORATE INTERIORS
Who we are:
We're a Chicago-based General Contractor that focuses on corporate interiors, landlord redevelopment, and special projects in highly regulated markets. We are committed to fostering relationships with architects, designers, and project managers, as well as supporting and amplifying the roles of women and minorities across the industry.
What we need:
We're hiring a Project Engineer to join our team. This role will be focused on high value corporate interiors and special projects, specifically in Chicago's loop and surrounding neighborhoods. Ideal candidates have 2+ years of experience working on complex, high value corporate interior projects.
Qualifications:
Education
Candidates should have at least two years of experience as a Project Engineer in commercial interior construction. Top candidates will have a degree in construction management, architecture, or project management, but there is no specific degree requirement. Candidates must be proficient in managing RFIs, submittals, insurance and contract administration, and document coordination. This is a technical role that also requires a high level of engagement and communication.
Role & Responsibilities:
General:

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• Understanding estimating processes & practices
  
• Construction document review - thorough understanding of drawings and documents
  
• Maintain a positive, proactive attitude
  
• High attention to detail
  
• Clear, direct, consistent verbal and written communication with subcontractors, project partners, and project team
  
• Site coverage for superintendents as needed
  
  Technical:
  
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  • Assist with set up of project folders & template documents
    
  • Migrate estimating into Operations folders in drive with proper file structure and naming conventions
    
  • Assist with permit process
    
  • Set up new projects in Procore
    
  • Create electronic Superintendent Binder in Procore
    
  • Manage COI process
    
  • Send NTPs
    
  • Manage subcontract/work order process once values and scopes are approved by PM & PX
    
  • Create OAC agendas - reviewed by PM
    
  • Create project progress photo report for OACs
    
  • Document OAC meeting minutes
    
  • Manage submittal process - with PM oversight
    
  • Create and manage procurement log - make phone calls to subs weekly and twice/week to check status of products, followed by email documentation
    
  • Assist with RFIs
    
  • Data entry for financial master
    
  • Send accounting questionnaire and ensure delivery to Accounting
    
  • New vendor setup: ensure new vendor data is entered in MSA tracking sheet and follow up with Operations for modified MSA documents when required
    
  • Send monthly % complete request/COR log to subs for pencils by 8th of each month with hard deadline for acknowledgement & response
    
  • Create commitments and COs in Procore
    
  • Reconcile FM with Procore each month prior to pencil submission to Accounting
    
  • Manage Day 2 items with oversight from PX
    
  • Manage closeout documentation in Procore and distribution to Owner
    
  • Assist with punch list documentation - iPad management on site during punch
    
  • Full ability to manage financial master
    
  • Full understanding of pencil draw and pay application process
    
  • Develop accurate project schedules
    
    Compensation & Benefits:
    Competitive salary and industry-leading benefits package, including:
    
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    • Gold PPO Health Insurance
      
    • 401k Plan
      
    • Unlimited Flex PTO
      
    • Commuter Benefits
      
    • Paid Family Leave
      
    • Professional Development
      
    • Volunteer Time Off
      
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