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Our project management and field supervisors are dedicated to serving the unique needs of every customer, with a strong focus on building relationships that endure throughout the generations. Our expertise is recognized throughout the Midwest. With offices in Illinois, Indiana, Ohio and Wisconsin, Pepper ranks as the third-largest contractor in the Midwest and the nation's 64th-largest contractor (ENR Magazine).\n\nPepper leads the construction industry with an energy and ambition uncommon today. We seek out new methods and technologies that support your vision in a practical way, and we apply our nearly 100 years of expertise to ensure the precision, quality and confidence that come from working alongside a partner dedicated to performance. \n\nEvery building starts with a solid foundation; it’s people. At Pepper, we create leaders at every level and generate momentum in every market we serve by rewarding new thinking and respecting the long-standing values that have made our company unique for generations. You'll see the impact of our leadership in everything we do - from the Preconstruction work we deliver to the decisions we make in the field to the relationships we form and keep fresh for years to come. \n\nAs a family-owned and operated company, we take building personally.\n\nPOSITION SUMMARY:\nPepper’s Project Management staff is responsible for the overall direction, completion and financial success of construction projects. Whether it’s pricing the job, procuring product or scheduling, Project Management drives the construction process. They are also responsible for maintaining effective relationships with clients, architects and subcontractors. Project Management positions begin at the Project Engineer level for those just entering the field. \n\nYou will be working with an experienced Project Manager and Superintendent to run projects from start to finish. You will be responsible for working with a Project Team and attending job site/owner meetings while gaining exposure to both field and office situations. You will work with a Project Manager and Superintendent on everything from budgets and contracts to submittals and close-outs. You will also be a part of company training sessions, jobsite tours and safety meetings. You could be the future of Pepper.\n\nAs a Project Engineer, you will work closely with an experienced Project Manager and Superintendent to: \nEnsure customer satisfaction by identifying and exceeding client needs. \nEstimate, value engineer and develop project budgets. \nFacilitate the subcontractor bid process. \nNegotiate subcontractor and material buyout; develop and negotiate subcontracts. \nPlan and schedule projects. \nManage jobs in progress, including subcontractor coordination, conflict resolution, documentation and ensuring quality and safety on every job.\nManage project costs through the ongoing evaluation of labor, material and equipment; continue to forecast and analyze construction costs, exposures and profits through project completion. \nPerform project closeout. \nPOSITION REQUIREMENTS:\nBachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering or related field. \n0 – 2 years of experience with a General Contractor or in the field of construction\nAbility to build and maintain strong working relationships\nStrong written and verbal communication skills\nSelf-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team\nDetail oriented\nThis is an in-person position in Illinois\n\nThe salary for this position is $85,000. 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