Project Engineer/Project Manager - Chicago, IL

Join McKissack & McKissack's team! Immediate opening for a Project Engineer/Project Manager in Chicago, IL. Apply now for this exciting opportunity!
McKissack & McKissack offers opportunities to grow your career while working on transformative projects in program and construction management, architecture, and interior design. We combine technical expertise and creative vision to deliver exceptional results. Our culture values diversity, professional development, and performance. We seek team players who are humble, hungry, and smart, with strong academic or professional experience, integrity, and a client-focused mindset. Join a team that invests in your success and rewards ambition, integrity, and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage key components of engineering and construction projects to ensure alignment with project goals, client expectations, and regulatory requirements
• Review and manage project documentation including submittals, RFIs, change orders, pay applications, and progress reports
• Maintain and update the pay application log; verify paid and incidental quantities
• Perform QC/QA activities in accordance with SSRBC standards to ensure compliance with project specifications
• Conduct yield checks and resolve contractor misunderstandings related to pay applications and contract requirements
• Review drawings, specifications, and contract documents to proactively identify and resolve construction challenges
• Track project schedules and identify potential delays related to utilities, approvals, and submittal reviews
• Prepare resident notification letters, meeting agendas, and meeting minutes
• Support change order development with clear documentation and justification
• Lead emergency response coordination for utility hits and urgent field issues
• Conduct field inspections to monitor construction quality, safety, and regulatory compliance
• Perform peer reviews of drawings and calculations
• Facilitate clear, proactive communication with stakeholders including:

• Contractors and contractor foremen
• Residents and community members
• Alderman’s office
• CDOT
• DWM Water and Sewer
• DEO
• CMQA QC Plan and Landscape groups

• Coordinate closely with DWM sewer and water inspectors
• Support and participate in client meetings by providing accurate updates and documentation
• Mentor junior staff and support professional development
• Capture lessons learned and contribute to continuous improvement of internal processes

Requirements

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or actively pursuing EIT
• Demonstrated experience managing spreadsheets and project tracking logs
• Ability to perform quantity takeoffs and yield checks
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, plans, and specifications
• Experience with IDOT documentation of contract quantities and pay applications
• Proficiency with project scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project and/or Primavera P6
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for travel to project sites
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational, analytical, and documentation skills
• Excellent communication skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Adaptability to manage unexpected challenges such as delays, utility conflicts, and emergencies
• Proven problem-solving and critical-thinking skills in resolving field and construction issues

Compensation

Salary range: $105,000- $120,000USD/yearly (dependent on years of experience, competency, travel requirements)

Employee Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Dependent Care
• Commuter Benefits
• Tuition Assistance
• Adoption Assistance
• Matching401k Plan
• Company-paid holidays
• Paid-Time-Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Marketplace Perks-at-Work

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

• McKissack & McKissack is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, and local laws.
• This statement applies to all employment practices, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and termination. Salary ranges will be disclosed where required by law (e.g., CA, CO, NY, MA). Applicants needing reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact HR@mckinc.com
• Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.