Construction Project Engineer

Are you looking for an opportunity to do challenging, creative work that makes a real impact? Would you like to be part of a company that respects individual contributions and thrives on collaboration? Do you love to win? Then consider joining Wight & Company. We’re a nationally recognized, award-winning architecture, engineering, and construction firm known for a dynamic company culture that fosters innovation and challenges the status quo, and we’re looking for a talented professional to join our team. Essential Responsibilities Maintaining accurate and current project drawings, specifications and document control systems.Review and process submittals, RFI’s, and change requestsTrack material lead time and fabrication statusFacilitate closeout document collection and organizationAssign punchlist to subcontractors and track completionTake daily progress photos and record construction activitiesAssist the team with subcontractor coordination and communicationPrepare daily reports, site safety programs, inspections and observation trackingAssist with change order requests and time and material trackingSupport preconstruction team with project bid and award processAssist in facilitating project meetingsSupport the project manager and superintendent in the day-to-day management and administration of projects.Assist project managers with monitoring project financial management Background & Experience Expectations Bachelor’s or Masters’ degree in Construction, Engineering or ArchitectureInternship(s) or up to 3-years’ work experience in the commercial construction fieldSelf-directed with the ability to work independently or as part of a teamOSHA 10 or 30 hour preferredLEED accreditation or EIT preferredProficient in Microsoft Office SuiteBluebeam, Revit and/or CAD fluency preferredKnowledge of Procore, CMiC, Microsoft Project, DroneDeploy, a plus Salary Range: $70,000 - $90,000. Individual pay will be based on several factors including experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant. Wight & Company offers excellent benefits and a wonderful work environment. Our comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, flexible spending, paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401(k). Our flexible work schedule allows for a healthy work-life balance. For more information about our company, visit our website at www.wightco.com. Wight & Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetics, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Wight & Company values diversity in our workforce. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, and promoting people with disabilities and veterans. If you need an accommodation to assist with completing the electronic application, please call us at 630.969.7000 and ask to speak with a Human Resources representative.