Project Engineer - Construction Field Management

Start your construction career building projects that matterAt Gallagher Asphalt, you'll get more than a "first job." You'll join a high-performing team, learn how real projects get built, and develop the fundamentals of field execution and project management, while supporting Superintendents, Project Managers, and Estimators on active work.The Project Engineer (PE) is an entry-level construction professional who helps keep multiple projects organized, documented, and moving forward . You'll own key project controls while learning the day-to-day rhythm of heavy civil construction.This is a full-time, salaried exempt, year-round position reporting out of our Thornton, IL headquarters. Gallagher offers competitive pay, 401(k) + match, excellent health benefits, and a culture that values people, performance, and growth!What You'll DoField & Superintendent Support (Planning + Execution)Attend preconstruction meetings and review plans/specs for assigned projectsAssist in the planning and execution of day-to-day operationsSet up and maintain JULIE/DIGGER utility locatesSupport progress meetings, site walks, and coordination as neededProject Management Support (Cost + Procurement + Reporting)Help with job setup: vendors/subs, submittals, permits, insurance items, DBE participation trackingAssist with drafting purchase orders and workflow through accounting/ERPSupport job cost controls by validating daily logs, quantities, and production impactsSupport reporting cadence (job cost updates, WIP/carry-over reporting, forecasted billings)Project Controls (Docs + Change Support)Prepare and route required submittals/compliance items (QC plans, traffic control forms, environmental forms, vendor submissions, etc.)Maintain clean document control: RFIs, approvals, plans/specs, change orders, logsSupport change management by maintaining logs and organizing backup documentationProject Closeout + Estimating SupportHelp compile project closeout documentation (final quantities, change order reconciliation, required paperwork)Support post-job lessons learned and project recap inputsAssist estimating with downloads, takeoffs, quotes, RFIs, and bid-day supportWhat You Bring to the TableBachelor's degree (Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related) or equivalent experienceDriver's license requiredHeavy highway/civil experience is helpful (internship/co-ops)Organized, detail-driven, and responsive; strong follow-throughClear, professional communicator; coachable and eager to learnComfortable juggling priorities in a deadline-driven environmentTools You'll Learn/UseMicrosoft Teams + Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Project), XBE, B2W/Track, Laserfiche, Spectrum, Monday.com, Bluebeam, and more. (We'll train you on our systems; you must come eager and motivated to learn)Work EnvironmentThis role is a mix of office + field: job sites, weather exposure at times, and occasional night work. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.Why GallagherCompetitive compensation401(k) + employer matchComprehensive benefits packageStrong safety-first team cultureGrowth opportunitiesWork that mattersYou bring the drive - we'll bring the projects, mentorship, and the opportunity to grow! Apply now and start building a career you can be proud of.