Project Engineer

Posted 2 days ago

spencer ogdenKankakee (IL)

Construction Managers Commercial and Institutional Building Construction

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About the role

🚨 NOW HIRING: Project Engineer – Pharma Construction📍 Kankakee, ILWe’re looking for an experienced Project Engineer to support a large-scale, multi-building GMP-compliant pharmaceutical construction project in Kankakee, IL.This is a hands-on construction-phase position for a Project Engineer who has experience working for an EPC contractor on pharmaceutical, biopharma, or life sciences projects. While the official title is Project Engineer, this role will operate similarly to an Assistant Construction Manager, with significant involvement in the field and day-to-day execution of the project.

🔨 Key Responsibilities:

Support the Construction Manager with daily construction activities and field execution
Coordinate subcontractors, field teams, scheduling, logistics, and resources
Work closely with the construction team to keep project milestones on schedule
Review construction drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and other project documentation
Monitor quality and ensure construction activities meet project specifications and GMP requirements
Track material deliveries and coordinate with procurement and project teams
Participate in project meetings, safety activities, and field coordination
Identify and escalate issues affecting schedule, quality, or construction progress
Serve as a key connection between the EPC project team, subcontractors, and field personnel🎯 What We’re Looking For:
3–5+ years of construction/project engineering experience
Experience working for an EPC contractor is required
Pharmaceutical, biopharma, life sciences, or GMP construction experience is strongly preferred
Experience specifically supporting the construction phase of a pharmaceutical project
Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and project documentation
Experience coordinating subcontractors and field construction activities
Strong organizational and communication skills
Proficiency with construction/project management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, or similar⭐ Preferred:
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering, or related field
OSHA 30 certification or equivalent
Experience with large-scale, complex pharmaceutical or life sciences facilities
Knowledge of GMP requirements and pharmaceutical facility systems, including HVAC, process piping, and electrical distribution📍 Location: Kankakee, ILIf you’re a Project Engineer with EPC experience who has been hands-on during the construction phase of major pharma/life sciences projects, I’d be interested in connecting.📩 Message me directly or apply to learn more.

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