
Project Engineer · Industrial · Full Time
Project Engineer - Mission Critical
Ryan Companies USChicago, IL + 5 more
- $70k–$85k a year
- Travel as needed to execute projects
Support national mission critical construction projects as a Project Engineer with Ryan Companies in Chicago.
- Type
- Full Time
- Sector
- Industrial
- Travel
- Travel as needed to execute projects
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Project engineers in Illinois
$79k–$118k
Middle half of 9 posted jobs, last 12 months
Mostly from states that require posted pay.
This job’s pay is below the middle half.
About the role
Job Summary
Join Ryan Companies’ National Mission Critical team as a Project Engineer, supporting project delivery while learning the company’s construction processes and policies.
Project Details
Support mission critical construction projects as part of a national team.
Responsibilities
- Help prepare and track RFIs, shop drawings, approvals, and project plan updates.
- Assist with field dimension checks, vendor and subcontractor deliveries, site logistics, and permit inspections.
- Join punchlist inspections, document items, and follow up on completion.
- Help prepare and update project schedules while learning and following safety procedures.
Required Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
- At least one year of commercial construction experience.
- Willingness to travel as needed for project work.
- Estimating, cost control, construction software such as Procore, and design-build experience are advantageous.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary range is $70,000-$85,000, with potential eligibility for additional compensation through an incentive program. Benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement and savings plans, paid time off, disability and life insurance, educational assistance, and wellness and employee programs.
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- Locations
- Chicago, IL, Milwaukee, WI, Sound Bend, IN, Des Moines, IA, Chicago Westmont, IL, Cedar Rapids, IA
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What similar roles post
Project engineers in Illinois
$79k–$118k
Middle half of 9 posted jobs, last 12 months
Mostly from states that require posted pay.
This job’s pay is below the middle half.
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