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Senior Project Engineer

Rockford, IL

On-site Full time

$97,000 to $124,000 a year

The employer is a civil engineering and land surveying firm supporting residential and commercial development.

We are hiring a Senior Project Engineer to join our construction engineering team in Rockford. You will lead technical work on projects that matter to our customers. This is a full-time, permanent position. This role is on site at our Rockford location.

What you’ll do

  • Track budgets and costs alongside the project manager
  • Coordinate subcontractors and track the project schedule
  • Review drawings and specifications for conflicts
  • Attend owner and subcontractor meetings and keep minutes
  • Support closeout documentation
  • Manage RFIs, submittals and change orders on commercial construction projects
  • Mentor junior engineers and review their work

What you’ll bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or a related field
  • 5+ years of relevant professional experience
  • Experience with Procore or similar construction software
  • Ability to read construction drawings
  • Strong organizational skills
  • A track record of leading projects from scope through delivery

Nice to have

  • Experience on projects over $20M
  • OSHA 30 certification

Compensation and benefits

The pay range for this position in Rockford, IL is $97,000 – $124,000 per year. Final pay depends on experience, skills and qualifications.

  • Paid professional licensing and society memberships
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid parental leave
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Annual professional development and certification budget

The employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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