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Power Construction · 9 hours ago

Project Engineer Co-Op (Fall '26)

positionChicago, IL
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad
money$18/hr - $28/hr

Power Construction is one of Chicago's largest and most respected General Contractors, known for its strong company culture and employee retention. The role involves hands-on, field-centric work experience with responsibilities including budget preparation, drawing distribution, bid solicitation, and project schedule management.

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Responsibilities

Budget preliminary documents
Distribute new or updated drawings and specifications
Solicit bids/quotes
Perform estimates and takeoffs
Prepare and update project schedules as required
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 construction materials and equipment
Maintain and update status reports as required
Generate punch list
Attend and document 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
Perform additional assignments per Project Manager's or Superintendent's direction

Qualification

Project schedulingBudget managementConstruction documentationEstimatingTakeoffsCommunication skills

Benefits

Housing for out-of-state co-ops, inclusive of rent and utilities

Company

Power Construction

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Power Construction is a commercial construction company that provides construction management, design and general contracting services.
dateFounded in 1926
location
Chicago, Illinois, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
https://www.powerconstruction.net

H1B Sponsorship

Power Construction has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2024 (1)
2021 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Jeff Geier
President and CEO
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