Project Engineer | Developer | Ground-Up Local Projects
Project Engineer Downtown Chicago, ILReal Estate Developer | High-Rise & Ground-Up Construction | Local Projects We're partnered with a well-established Chicago real estate Developer that's looking to add a Project Engineer to its growing construction team. What makes this opportunity unique is the company's involvement throughout the entire real estate lifecycle — they develop, build, and lease their own properties. With ownership, development, and construction closely aligned, the project team benefits from more streamlined decision-making and direct access to the people behind each project. The majority of their portfolio consists of ground-up multifamily and high-rise developments, alongside a diverse mix of commercial interiors, hospitality, restaurant, data center, and other specialty projects. For a Project Engineer, this means the opportunity to gain hands-on experience across major developments while building exposure to a variety of construction types. The pipeline is a major selling point. They have several exciting projects underway, multiple future phases already planned, and additional developments on the horizon, providing long-term stability and plenty of opportunity to take on more responsibility as you grow.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Support Project Managers and Superintendents throughout the construction process
- Assist with RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement, and project documentation
- Help track project budgets, schedules, costs, and key milestones
- Coordinate closely with subcontractors, architects, engineers, and consultants
- Participate in project meetings and assist with day-to-day project execution
- Support quality control, inspections, and project closeout activities
- Gain exposure to projects from preconstruction through final turnover
- Take on increasing responsibility as you progress toward an Assistant Project Manager role
- What They're Looking For:
- Project Engineer experience with a General Contractor or Developer
- Commercial construction experience, ideally involving ground-up construction or interiors
- Multifamily, high-rise, or commercial interiors experience preferred
- Strong understanding of construction documentation and project coordination
- Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Someone looking for a long-term opportunity with a strong pipeline of future work
Compensation & Benefits:
- $80K–$90K base salary
- Bonus opportunity
- Exposure to major ground-up, high-rise developments
- Multiple upcoming phases and a strong pipeline of future projects
- Direct exposure to the Developer/Owner side of the business
- Long-term career growth as the construction team continues to expand
- All Chicagoland projects — no travel required
- Downtown Chicago-based company
If you're a Project Engineer looking for larger projects, a strong long-term pipeline, and the opportunity to work directly for the company developing and building its own properties, I'd love to tell you more.