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Power Construction

Location:
United States, Chicago

Category:
Construction

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

74000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

At Power, we are builders at our core. We’re also problem solvers, innovators, and trusted collaborators. Since 1926, our entrepreneurial spirit has driven us to find better ways to build what matters most: our relationships, our people, and, of course, our buildings. Today, we’re still that same management-owned construction firm – now with $1.5 billion in annual revenue and a professional staff of more than 450. Our people are the reason we are able to repeatedly serve as a trusted partner to our clients, whether that be in Chicago or nationwide. We thrive in the field fueled by our passion to wow our clients and business partners. Our leaders stay hands-on, our teams grow here long-term, and our partnerships create real value. From improving how we work to empowering the people who make it all happen, we’re committed to one thing: exceeding expectations – every time.

Job Responsibility:

Budget preliminary documents
Distribute new or updated drawings and specifications
Solicit bids/quotes
Perform estimates and takeoffs
Prepare and update project schedules as required
Research drawing interpretations, problems, conflicts, interferences, and errors
Research, transmit and monitor RFI's
Prepare a submittal log in accordance with the project schedule and specifications. Monitor and expedite submittals in accordance with the submittal log and project requirements. Follow through as required
Distribute, research, monitor, compile proposed Change Order (C.O.), Architects Supplemental Instruction (ASI), etc. Submit to Supervisor for approval. Update contract documents with C.O., ASI, etc
Maintain tracking system to expedite construction materials and equipment
Maintain and update status reports as required
Generate punch list
Attend and document project meetings
Oversee general correspondence as required
Manage close out process. During course of project, aide in reviewing and verifying quantities and unit prices of subcontractor extra work orders
Perform additional assignments per Project Manager's or Superintendent's direction

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in a construction related field
Relevant internship or related work experience
Working knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, drawings, and specifications, building materials and required standards applicable to discipline
Knowledge of Construction Management Software

What we offer:

Annual discretionary bonus

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 11, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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