Project Engineer - Northeast Region

About the role

At PEAK Construction Corporation, we do more than build facilities — we build value, trust, long-term partnerships, and a culture where people come first. Headquartered in Rosemont, IL, with regional offices in East Windsor, NJ and Charleston–St. George, SC, we’re a national design-build leader trusted across the industry and country. We take pride in delivering excellence often beginning with land development and site analysis across Industrial, Freezer/Cooler, Hospitality, Healthcare, Commercial, and Specialty markets — but what truly sets us apart is our people. Our mantra is simple: Do The Right Thing. That commitment extends to how we treat clients, partners, and especially our team. We are looking for a forward-thinking Project Engineer to carry out that mission even further.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing and supervising construction efforts across multiple projects, ensuring alignment with PEAK’s objectives and contractual obligations.
• Support the development of project budgets, scope definitions, and subcontractor buyouts, expediting procurement to mitigate pricing escalation and supply chain delays.
• Observe job-site conditions and report potential risks to the Project Manager and Superintendent. Document all incidents thoroughly and assist in preparing for third-party safety audits, ensuring immediate follow-up and compliance with PEAK’s safety protocols.
• Manage submittals, RFIs, change orders, and project correspondence, maintain organized logs and ensure timely responses. Oversee the preparation and monitoring of submittal schedules and ensure all documentation aligns with project specifications and timelines.
• Share responsibility for meeting contractual schedule requirements, participating in the creation and bi-weekly updates of the Master Project Schedule. Collaborate with the project team during pre-construction and procurement phases to define critical path timelines and resource needs.
• Cook up interactions between the Peak team and subcontractors, fostering a productive and transparent work environment. Attend and document project meetings, maintain status reports, and ensure timely communication with ownership and stakeholder.
• Manage the project closeout process, including punch list generation and resolution. Verify subcontractor extra work orders and ensure all project documentation is complete and accurate.
• Demonstrate a proactive management style, continually seeking out unknown risks and opportunities for improvement. Mentor junior team members and handle stressful situations with foresight to contribute to a resilient and high-performing project team.

Qualifications & Experience

• Ability to work collaboratively and constructively with others.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Effective communicator with leadership capabilities.
• Self-motivated and able to prioritize competing demands.
• Ability to mentor junior staff and foster team development.
• Resilient under pressure with a solutions-oriented mindset.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a construction-related field (required).

Experience

• Entry-level position (0–2 years’ experience).
• Construction Management Internship or Co-op preferred prior to graduation.
• Some things you should know:
• Our clients and projects are nationwide – Travel will be required.
• Candidates selected for this position will be subject to a comprehensive background check, which includes mandatory drug testing.
• Your Benefits:
• Industry Leading Medical Coverage including Vision Discount Plan.
• Life, Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Company Holidays.
• Parental Leave Policy.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Profit Sharing Program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA & Dependent Care FSA).
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Discretionary Annual Bonuses subject to company and individual performance.
• Quarterly Peer Recognition Awards.

Pay

The target salary range for this position is $70,000 - $80,000. We consider many factors when determining actual hiring salary. These factors may include location, education, transferable skills, work experience, licensure and certifications, and market demands.

Schedule

Not specified.