Project Engineer

FCL Builders LLC
  • itasca, IL
    4 days ago

    Job Description

    Build More Than Just Buildings-Build Your Career.

    At FCL, we build more than buildings-we build communities, careers, relationships and trust. As a Project Engineer, you'll be an essential part of our team, helping ensure projects run smoothly, safely, and successfully from start to finish. If you're someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves solving problems, and wants to grow in the construction industry, this is your opportunity.

    Why Join FCL Builders?

    • Make an Impact: You'll play a key role in projects that transform communities and serve industries nationwide.
    • Become an Employee Owner: Partner and collaborate with experienced professionals who are invested in your success.
    • Grow With Us: Our Project Engineers are on a clear path to become Assistant Project Managers, Project Managers, and beyond.
    • Supportive Culture: We believe in mentorship, open communication, and having each other's backs.
    • Great People, Great Workplace: Thanks to our people, FCL is proud to have earned Great Place to Work Certification for the third year in a row. Our company culture is our top priority!

    What You'll Do:

    Project & Construction Management

    • Assist in bid solicitation and subcontractor prequalification
    • Help prepare permits and documentation
    • Coordinate pre-construction meetings with superintendents and subs
    • Support jobsite setup-field offices, dumpsters, temporary utilities, etc.
    • Assist with subcontractor scope development and contract tracking in CMiC
    • Manage and track submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings
    • Keep logs organized and up to date-procurement, submittals, RFIs, safety, etc.
    • Ensure documentation and drawings get to the field on time
    • Track material lead times and deliveries to keep the schedule moving
    • Attend and document meetings; help with project closeout and warranty packages
    • Support pay application process and CO approvals

    Operational Excellence

    • Ensure quality standards are upheld
    • Participate in regular site walks and safety awareness
    • Maintain clean project records and documentation
    • Help identify risks early and suggest proactive solutions

    Relationship Building

    • Foster strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors, and project teams
    • Communicate effectively and solve problems collaboratively
    • Represent FCL with professionalism and integrity

    Change Order Management

    • Help review and process subcontractor and owner change orders
    • Ensure timely and accurate documentation and approvals

    What We're Looking For:

    • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
    • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
    • Familiarity with construction documents and processes
    • Experience with project management software (CMiC a plus)
    • Strong communication skills-written and verbal
    • A team player with a proactive mindset

    What We Offer:

    • Competitive salary, bonus structure
    • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
    • Career development and mentorship programs
    • Comprehensive and competitive benefits (health, dental, vision and so much more!)
    • Paid time off and holidays
    • An inclusive, collaborative culture where your voice matters

    Ready to build your future with FCL?

    Apply today and let's grow together.

    FCL Builders is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity.  All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected status.  FCL Builders does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

    FCL Builders participates in E-Verify, click here to view the Right to Work Poster.

    Numbers & Facts

    Locationitasca, IL

    Skills

    • Change Order Managementunmatched
    • Change Requests/Ordersunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Constructionunmatched
    • Construction Document Setunmatched
    • Construction Managementunmatched
    • Customer Relationsunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Diversityunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Materials Trackingunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Project Close-Outunmatched
    • Project Engineeringunmatched
    • Project Management Softwareunmatched
    • Project/Program Managementunmatched
    • Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
    • Quality Metricsunmatched
    • Record Keepingunmatched
    • Risk Analysisunmatched
    • Software Administrationunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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