Project Engineer

Job Title: Project Engineer Job Description
The Project Engineer will provide technical, administrative, and subcontractor management support to Project Managers and Project Directors on large-scale construction projects in the Midwest region. The first assignment is a two-year, $500 million pharmaceutical project located in Zeeland, MI, subject to a non-disclosure agreement. In this role, you will coordinate project execution, support contract and change management, maintain documentation, and help ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical and administrative support to Project Managers and Project Directors across multiple projects in the Midwest region.
- Coordinate the development and maintenance of project execution plans, scopes of work, schedules, and budgets to align with overall project objectives.
- Manage project documentation, including submittals, requests for information (RFIs), and formal communications among project stakeholders.
- Support procurement activities, including assisting with sourcing, reviewing, and administering contracts and purchase orders.
- Assist with contract administration, including tracking contract requirements, monitoring compliance, and supporting change management processes.
- Participate in safety planning efforts, helping to promote a safe work environment and adherence to project safety standards.
- Support quality assurance activities, including shop drawing reviews and verification of design and specification compliance.
- Track project costs and support invoice preparation, reporting, and cost control activities to help maintain budget alignment.
- Maintain organized project documentation systems, including electronic and physical records, to ensure accurate and accessible information.
- Assist with project closeout activities, including preparation of turnover packages, final documentation, and closeout deliverables.
- Contribute to the development of marketing materials and proposals by providing project data, technical input, and coordination support.
- Collaborate with internal teams across departments to ensure effective communication, coordination, and alignment of project activities.
- Support client communication by helping prepare and manage correspondence, reports, and updates related to project status and issues.
Essential Skills
- Bachelors degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline, or an equivalent technical degree.
- 38 years of experience in Engineering, Project Delivery, or a related discipline.
- Hands-on experience in construction or construction management environments.
- Demonstrated experience managing submittals, including preparation, review, tracking, and coordination with stakeholders.
- Experience working with contracts, including understanding contract terms, supporting administration, and managing related documentation.
- Proven ability to communicate effectively with clients, including managing expectations and providing clear project updates.
- Strong proficiency in managing workflow using Procore, including document control, task management, and project tracking.
- Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
- Solid understanding of project execution processes, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and reporting.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting with project teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Background in project engineering within large or complex construction projects.
- Experience supporting procurement and contract administration processes.
- Familiarity with RFIs, RFPs, and other formal project communication and proposal processes.
- Experience participating in safety planning and quality assurance activities.
- Ability to contribute to marketing materials and proposals with technical and project-related information.
- Strong organizational skills for maintaining documentation systems and supporting project closeout activities.
- Comfort working across departments and collaborating with diverse project teams.
- Ability to travel to and support multiple projects throughout the Midwest region as needed.
Work Environment
This role is based on a major, long-term construction project in Zeeland, MI, with travel to other projects in the Midwest region as required. The work environment combines on-site project work at a large pharmaceutical facility with office-based responsibilities, using tools such as Procore and other construction management software to manage documentation, workflow, and communication. The position is structured as a contract-to-hire opportunity over approximately 12 months. The role is salaried, with eligibility for straight-time overtime pay when applicable. A monthly per diem and home rotations are provided, and initial mobilization and demobilization costs can be covered. You will work closely with project managers, directors, subcontractors, and clients in a professional construction setting focused on safety, quality, and efficient project delivery.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $41.00 - $55.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Chicago,IL. About Actalent

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