What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Project Enginner position at CSI Support & Development?
About Us
CSI is a mission-driven, cooperatively managed senior housing provider with over 7,000 apartments across four states. For more than 60 years, we’ve focused on creating safe, affordable, and well-maintained communities for our residents. With a portfolio of 65 properties and growing, we plan to renovate 3–4 properties each year on an ongoing basis. We achieve this by hiring exceptional people and working with great teams.
Position Overview
The Construction Project Engineer supports CSI’s renovation and construction projects by providing technical, administrative, and coordination support across all phases of work. Reporting to the MI Construction Manager, this role supports the coordination, documentation, and administration of active and planned construction projects, ensuring timely communication, accurate document control, and consistent adherence to company standards throughout all phases of the project.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Construction Manager with managing multiple active projects and projected projects.
- Maintain project-based documents, tracking logs, and status reports.
- Attend meetings and prepare detailed meeting minutes.
- Review drawings and specifications for adherence to CSI standards.
- Support scope development, refinement, and coordination with consultants and contractors.
- Organize and file close-out documents and materials from development teams, third parties, and contractors.
- Upload specifications, drawings, and submittals into Procore and project files.
- Prepare bi-weekly project update reports for CSI leadership.
- Contribute to the development of CSI standard specifications, processes, checklists, and cost data resources.
- Support the development and management of cost data books for future projects.
- Support historical project documentation and ongoing process improvements.
- Participate in post-project evaluations and lessons learned documentation.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- 2–5 years of experience in construction project engineering or a related role.
- Proficiency with construction management software (Procore preferred).
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, Word, and Adobe/Bluebeam.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Why Join Our Team?
- Be part of a mission-driven organization improving the quality of life for seniors.
- Gain exposure to a wide range of multifamily renovation and construction projects.
- Help shape CSI’s construction standards, tools, and best practices.
- Work in a collaborative, supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Competitive compensation and benefits.