CONSTRUCTION PROJECT ENGINEER INTERN

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT ENGINEER INTERN JOB DESCRIPTION

Keo & Associates is a General Contractor/Construction Manager and Design Build Company with office in Chicago, IL whose primary projects consist of Commercial Construction. We are seeking an Intern Project Engineer to join our team working closely with our project managers and other members of the team to provide any necessary assistance or technical support. They review the engineering deliverables and initiate appropriate corrective actions throughout the duration of the project. They prepare schedules, and coordinate and monitor the assigned engineering projects. They monitor compliance to applicable codes and practices as well as quality assurance and quality control policies. They strive to prepare, schedule, coordinate, and monitor the project to ensure it adheres to its budget. Project engineers need a bachelor’s degree in engineering, business management, or construction management.

Responsibilities will include, but not limited to:

• Comparing actual cost of development project to estimates.
• Supporting the project manager in monitoring and reporting project costs. • Coordinating with project managers to successfully deliver projects to clients. • Managing internal project scope of work, budget, timeline, and change orders. • Ensuring project management systems are maintained up-to-date and accurate. • Engaging with internal resources to ensure fulfillment of the project.
• Generating periodic reports on behalf of clients on the project status.
• Preparing of project plans, extensions of design and contract submittals. • Managing the coordination and overall integration of technical activities of projects.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in college courses and/or Associate's/ Bachelor's Degree in business, business administration, engineering or human resources, or equivalent experience.
• Comfortable with processing such as change orders, site design, project design, and explanation of cost estimates.
• Demonstrated collaboration and critical thinking skills alongside dedication to continuous improvement.
• Can lead and problem solve.
• Demonstrated strong work ethic and attention to detail.

COMPENSATION: $20 per hour