Construction Project Manager / Professional Engineer (PE)

Who we are?

Hoerr Construction, Inc. was founded in 1994 and focuses on the underground construction field. As a union contractor, the key services we offer include directional drilling, sewer inspection and cleaning, CIPP pipe lining, and water and sanitary sewer construction.

Job Summary

Hoerr Construction, Inc. is looking for a motivated, self-starting Project Engineer to work as a Construction Project Manager. This person would join our construction team based out of our Goodfield, IL office. This role will have direct involvement in the following key functions: project organization, scheduling, and oversight. This position will interact regularly with other senior leaders as well as field foremen and superintendents.

Key Job Duties:

Planning & Pre-Construction

• Review project specs to understand project scope. Transition the project from the estimating team
• Develop project schedules, budgets, and work plans
• Secure permits (IDOT, County, City, right-of-way, environmental)
• Ensure all project contracts, insurance, and bonds are reviewed and in place in timely manner
• Plan bypass pumping or flow diversion for sewer work as needed
• Review project drawings and liner design calculations. (PE would do all liner calculation designs and stamp them)
• Responsible for material procurement for the project
• Lead pre-construction meetings with owners, engineers, and subcontractors

Construction Management

• Work with Superintendent to ensure field crews and subcontractors are sequenced and scheduled
• Ongoing interaction with project support admin to ensure all project documentation stays current
• Ensure installations follow manufacturer specs and industry standards
• Oversee customer projects — including things such as liner cure temperatures/times, liner thickness, wet-out ratios, pre-install clean & TV, CIPP lining, post-install clean & TV, other rehab work, and misc. dig work.
• Track & review daily project production. Review and approve daily field tickets
• Coordinate project scope changes and oversee any required change orders
• Work with Superintendent to confirm equipment and material logistics are being handled properly
• Manage project subcontractors
• Oversee project closeout: final inspections, punch lists, warranty documentation, records turnover

Financial & Administrative

• Track project costs against the forecast
• Process change orders
• Work with project support admin to submit pay applications and progress billing
• Work with project support admin to handle contract administration, RFIs, deliverables, and submittals
• Maintain all project documentation and as-built records

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as main point of contact for owners (often municipalities/utilities) and engineers
• Provide progress updates as required by the client
• Coordinate public notifications for affected residents
• Manage relationships with inspectors and regulatory agencies as required

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure project compliance with the company’s safety protocols

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering. Degree in Construction Management a plus
• PE (Professional Engineer) designation with active license
• Proven work experience in construction management
• Solid understanding of all facets of the construction process
• Able to manage all aspects of a project with minimal management supervision
• Quality conscious and thorough. Detail-oriented. Solid organization skills
• Competence in conflict and crisis management
• Willing and able to take control of challenging projects
• Action oriented and passionate about work
• Willingness to get hands dirty and do what it takes to get the work completed
• Technical proficiency with software products as Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and Project. Knowledge of other construction software a plus. Comfortable learning and using new technologies
• Willing to travel regionally to jobsites. Some overnight travel will be required depending on job location.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunity for personal growth and development.
• Solid, competitive compensation and benefits package including health, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance. Vacation and retirement benefits are also offered.

Hoerr Construction, Inc. is an Equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status

Pay: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• Professional Engineer License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $100,000 - $150,000