PE/APM - Public and Municipal Projects

Due to continued growth, our client is seeking a Project Engineer / Assistant Project Manager to join their team in Chicago, IL. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an early to mid-career construction professional to gain exposure to all aspects of project management while working alongside experienced Project Managers and Superintendents on impactful K-12 and public-sector projects.

Client Details

Our client is a highly respected General Contractor specializing in K-12 education, municipal, and public-sector construction projects throughout the Chicagoland area. With decades of experience and a strong reputation for delivering high-quality community-focused projects, they are a trusted partner to school districts, municipalities, park districts, and public agencies across the region.

Description

• Support Project Managers in the execution of K-12 and public-sector construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Manage submittals, RFIs, change orders, meeting minutes, and project documentation.
• Assist with project scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, owners, subcontractors, and field personnel.
• Review construction documents and assist in identifying potential project issues.
• Track procurement activities and long-lead materials.
• Assist with subcontractor buyout and contract administration.
• Participate in project meetings and maintain action item logs.
• Support project closeout activities, punch lists, and warranty documentation.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred.
• 1-5 years of experience with a General Contractor, Construction Manager, or related construction organization.
• Experience in K-12, municipal, public-sector, commercial, or institutional construction is preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, Autodesk Construction Cloud, or similar construction software is a plus.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and eager to grow within a collaborative team environment.

Job Offer

• $80,000 - $110,000 base salary
• Annual performance bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays and generous PTO
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance
• Mentorship from senior construction professionals
• Clear advancement path to Assistant Project Manager, Project Manager, and beyond
• Stable backlog of local Chicagoland projects with limited travel requirements

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.