Self-Perform Concrete Project Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Jun 25, 2026.
ABOUT POWER:
Power Construction is consistently regarded as one of Chicago's largest and most respected General Contractors according to Crain's Chicago. But beyond that, you can find us on the golf course, competing in beach volleyball or softball in Grant Park, brewing beer, attending neighborhood festivals, giving back to the community, and spending time together during a range of company-sponsored events. Our culture is one of the reasons we’ve been selected by our employees as a top workplace year after year and it’s reflected in our current 91% employee retention rate.We are builders. We crave being in the field and share an appetite for innovation. We believe that bringing diverse perspectives together helps foster stronger outcomes. We are driven to wow our clients and business partners, improve our processes, hire the right people, and help them grow.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Power Construction is seeking a Project Engineer to support their self-perform Concrete Group. Assist in project management and construction supervision efforts. Management and coordination of all submittal, shop drawings, cost control, reporting, and document control activities at the job site during the construction period.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist in budgeting preliminary documents
Maintain good working knowledge of current unit costs and building costs/sf
Distribute new or updated drawings and specifications
Answer to Power bids/quotes with market competitiveness
Assist in performing estimates and takeoffs
Research drawing interpretations, problems, conflicts, interferences and errors
Research, transmit and monitor RFI's
Prepare a submittal log in accordance with the project schedule and specifications
Monitor and expedite submittals in accordance with the submittal log and project requirements. Follow through as required
Distribute, research, monitor, compile proposed Change Order (C.O.), Architects Supplemental Instruction (ASI), etc. Submit to Supervisor for approval. Update contract documents with C.O., ASI, etc.
Maintain tracking system to expedite concrete materials and equipment
Maintain and update status reports as required
Generate punch list
Attend project meetings
Oversee general correspondence as required
Manage close out process. During course of project, aide in reviewing and verifying quantities and unit prices of subcontractor extra work orders
Work with contractor and Concrete Superintendent on job site logistics and schedule
Perform additional assignments per Project Manager's or Superintendent's direction
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Four year construction-related degree or equivalent combination of related experience and technical training (1-4 years
Working knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, drawings and specifications, building materials and required standards applicable to discipline
Related computer experience
Ability to assume responsibility and interface well with Project Team
Possess strong communication and leadership skills
Setting goals
Customer orientation
Team orientation
Process improvement
Problem solving
Detail oriented
Computer skills including Microsoft Office
Knowledge of construction management and scheduling software
Travel in and around Chicago and its suburbs
COMPENSATION DETAILS:
Salary Range: $65,000 - $105,000
Compensation for this role includes a base salary plus an annual discretionary bonus. Details on our benefits can be found on the Benefits tab within the Careers section of the website.