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About PEAK...
At PEAK Construction Corporation, we do more than build facilities - we build value, trust, long-term partnerships, and a culture where people come first. Headquartered in Rosemont, IL, with regional offices in East Windsor, NJ and Charleston-St. George, SC, we're a national design-build leader trusted across the industry and country.
We take pride in delivering excellence often beginning with land development and site analysis across Industrial, Freezer/Cooler, Hospitality, Healthcare, Commercial, and Specialty markets - but what truly sets us apart is our people. Our mantra is simple: Do The Right Thing. That commitment extends to how we treat clients, partners, and especially our team.
We are looking for a forward-thinking Project Engineer to carry out that mission even further.
About Your Role with PEAK...
As a Project Engineer at Peak Construction Corporation, you will be instrumental in driving the success of our construction projects from pre-construction through closeout. You will support both field and office operations, ensuring seamless coordination between subcontractors, the PEAK team, and project stakeholders. Your role will encompass safety oversight, cost control, scheduling, document management, and proactive risk mitigation. With a strong foundation in project planning and CPM scheduling, you will help maintain project momentum and ensure timely delivery. Your technical proficiency, leadership, and collaborative mindset will be key in fostering operational excellence and upholding PEAK's standards of quality and safety.
Where You Will Make a Difference...
Strategic Project Oversight & Execution You will assist in managing and supervising construction efforts across multiple projects, ensuring alignment with PEAK's objectives and contractual obligations. You will support the development of project budgets, scope definitions, and subcontractor buyouts, expediting procurement to mitigate pricing escalation and supply chain delays.
Safety & Risk Management You will observe job-site conditions and report potential risks to the Project Manager and Superintendent. You'll document all incidents thoroughly and assist in preparing for third-party safety audits, ensuring immediate follow-up and compliance with PEAK's safety protocols.
Document Control & Compliance You will manage submittals, RFIs, change orders, and project correspondence, maintain organized logs and ensure timely responses. You'll oversee the preparation and monitoring of submittal schedules and ensure all documentation aligns with project specifications and timelines.
Scheduling & Resource Coordination You will share responsibility for meeting contractual schedule requirements, participating in the creation and bi-weekly updates of the Master Project Schedule. You'll collaborate with the project team during pre-construction and procurement phases to define critical path timelines and resource needs.
Communication & Collaboration You will coordinate interactions between the Peak team and subcontractors, fostering a productive and transparent work environment. You'll attend and document project meetings, maintain status reports, and ensure timely communication with ownership and stakeholder.
Closeout & Quality Assurance You will manage the project closeout process, including punch list generation and resolution. You'll verify subcontractor extra work orders and ensure all project documentation is complete and accurate.
Leadership & Operational Excellence You will demonstrate a proactive management style, continually seeking out unknown risks and opportunities for improvement. Your ability to mentor junior team members and handle stressful situations with foresight will contribute to a resilient and high-performing project team.
Qualifications & Experience

• Ability to work collaboratively and constructively with others
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Effective communicator with leadership capabilities
• Self-motivated and able to prioritize competing demands
• Ability to mentor junior staff and foster team development
• Resilient under pressure with a solutions-oriented mindset
• Education: Bachelor's degree in a construction-related field (required)
• Experience:
• Entry-level position (0-2 years' experience)
• Construction Management Internship or Co-op preferred prior to graduation

Some things you should know

• Our clients and projects are nationwide - Travel will be required.
• Our commitment to providing a respectful, caring, and collaborative work environment is unmatched.
• Candidates selected for this position will be subject to a comprehensive background check, which includes mandatory drug testing.

Your Benefits at PEAK Construction
At PEAK, we believe in rewarding our team with a comprehensive and meaningful benefits package. Here's what you can look forward to as part of the PEAK Team:

• Industry Leading Medical Coverage including Vision Discount Plan.
• Life, Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Company Holidays.
• Parental Leave Policy.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Profit Sharing Program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA & Dependent Care FSA).
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Discretionary Annual Bonuses subject to company and individual performance.
• Employee Referral Bonus.
• Quarterly Peer Recognition Awards.

The target salary range for this position is $ 70,000 - $80,000. We consider many factors when determining actual hiring salary. These factors may include location, education, transferable skills, work experience, licensure and certifications, and market demands.
At PEAK, we don't just talk about culture - we live it. From safety and support to collaboration and celebration, we're proud of the environment we've built at PEAK.
If you're a passionate safety leader ready to drive innovation, protect people, and leave a lasting impact on a growing company, apply now and be part of a team where safety, excellence, and integrity guide everything we do!
For additional information, visit www.peakconstruction.com
PEAK does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies without pre-approval from PEAK's Human Resource team. Pre-approval is required before any external candidate can be submitted. PEAK will not be responsible for fees related to unsolicited resumes and for candidates who are sent directly to our hiring managers.
PEAK is an equal opportunity employer.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.. PEAK is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas.