Job Description
Soukup Plumbing is a family owned company that has been serving the Glendale Heights and surrounding areas since 1985. The company is committed to providing high-quality and reliable construction services to clients across Illinois and neighboring states including MI, WI, and IN. Soukup Plumbing Inc has a team of highly skilled and licensed professionals who are dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service and meeting clients' unique needs.
Our team prides themselves in top quality craftsmanship, dependability and providing this community with unmatched customer service. We know that a company is only as good as its employees; which is why we work hard to foster a positive and professional work environment that allows our team to advance in this trade.
We are currently looking for a Construction Project Engineer to join our team in the Greater Chicago Area, assisting on Construction Projects throughout the firm. This is a full-time position for recent graduates and those with up to 2 years of general full-time experience.
Why Us?
- Top industry reputation with a strong sense of pride in our work
- Growth and advancement opportunities
- Great, employee-centric company culture
- Year-round work
- NO LAYOFFS
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Paid time off
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- 401k with company match
- CEU hours for Journeyman paid by the Company
- All licenses & renewals paid by the Company
- Great, employee-centric company culture
- Annual company holiday party
- Annual Loyalty Bonus
Pay: $50,000-$75,000
Position Summary: This position reviews design and bidding documents, evaluates contractor bids, and oversees construction progress and scheduling. Additionally, the Construction Project Engineer provides technical support to construction staff. The ideal candidate will be able to work independently but will work closely and report to a supervisor or manager.
Primary Job Duties:
- Assist in the development of cost estimates.
- Review plans and other technical documents.
- Ask questions regarding the scope and/or timing of the project.
- Monitor costs and project progress.
- Maintain control of all project documentation.
- Create, manage and track RFI's from the field to the architect/engineer of record.
- Maintain/update project records.
- Assist the project manager/superintendent in creating and distributing the project schedule.
- Assist project team with conflict resolution between owner, contractor and subcontractor.
- Prepare and turn in submittals to contractors to A/E for approval.
- Create site SWPPP book and apply for state and local SWPPP permits/NOI's for the project.
- Understand appropriate building codes/ regulations.
- Coordinate project change-order management, creation, and negotiation.
- Conduct and document weekly project owner's meetings/decisions.
- Assist the project team with site safety documentation and coordination.
- Assist the project team with closeout of the project.
- Assist project accountant with monthly subcontractor billings and pay applications.
- Assist project manager with assigned tasks.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or related field of study.
- Experience with CAD software, Bluebeam, Hilti Total Station and mechanical systems, specifically plumbing is a plus.
- Ability to interpret and understand Construction Drawings
- Civil Engineering skills and knowledge
- Ability to manage and lead construction teams.
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, or related field
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Strong communication skills.
- Professional and polished.
- Computer proficiency utilizing Microsoft Office Suite software (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point) and other applicable software programs.
- Demonstrate flexibility and is adaptable to change General knowledge of office protocol, routines, and procedures.
- Ability to read and comprehend plans and specifications.
- Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
- Self-motivated and proactive.
- Able to accomplish tasks without direct oversight.