Assistant Project Engineer (Summer Intern)

Department: Internship Employment Type: Internship Location: Chicago, IL Description The primary function of the Assistant Project Engineer is to assist the project team with some of the administrative and engineering functions associated with a particular construction project. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Technical Skills Assist with job office set upAssist the project team with the initial set up of CMiC, i.e. Submittal Log RegistryPrepare and maintain Submittal LogsAssist the project team with the initial set up of PlanGrid to organize the contract documents for the teams useAssist the project team with managing progress photo documentation via utilizing PlanGridAssist in entering RFI’s in CMiC and the distribution to appropriate project team membersPrepare and maintain RFI Logs in CMiCAssist in posting RFI’s to Contract Documents and maintaining the accuracy of the projects as-builtsAssist with updating the Material Procurement Log and assist with expediting the procurement of all materials / equipmentWork with the projects PE(s), SPE(s) and APM(s) to compile contract close out documents (O&M manuals, As-Builts, etc.)Attend project meetings and assist in the preparation / distribution of meeting minutesAssist in the creation and organization of all closeout bindersAssist the project team with meeting minutes as needed Management Skills Assist with the procurement of close out submittalsAssist in the preparation and distribution of punch lists and weekly maintenance in PlanGridAssist the Superintendent(s) with the maintenance of schedulesAssist in the procurement of all front-end SubmittalsAssist in the Material Procurement process. Follow up with Subcontractors and Material Suppliers to ensure timely material deliveries to the site Ideal Attributes Personal Skills Effective written and verbal language communication skillsTakes initiative, strives for increased responsibility and has a desire to learnShows emotional maturity, punctuality and dependabilityShows the desire and willingness to progress to the Project Engineer role and responsibilities Interpersonal Skills Establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with all (client, design professionals, various WEO departments, WEO project team, inspectors, and subcontractors)Show alignment with and promotes WEO Corporate Values Qualifications This is an entry-level position designed for undergraduate students and current employees who desire to grow into a management role (project management, superintending, scheduling, safety, etc.)Proficiency in basic computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook)Basic understanding of scheduling and CMiC applicationsEffective oral and written communication skillsUnderstanding of the basic construction administration processes, including construction documents, schedules, RFIs, submittals and material procurement Benefits FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reporting Relationship Reports to the Project Manager or other assigned supervisors(s) Physical Demands Performance of the required duties will require physical ability to use construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and negotiate work areas under construction, when visiting a WEO job site. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Performing this job requires use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, sit, talk and hear and stand throughout the workday. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in one of WEO’s California regional offices and on occasion may be required to visit the construction work site where the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise in these work environments is usually moderate to very loud. These are considered the core responsibilities of the position. Employees are encouraged to reach beyond their current responsibilities in an effort to foster professional growth, but only as they are able to remain accountable for their core responsibilities. Equal Employment W.E. O’Neil is committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.