Project Engineer of New Construction

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAbout O’Hara’s Son Roofing

Since 1987, O’Hara’s Son Roofing (OSR) has provided new commercial roof construction, commercial roof replacement, commercial leak repair service, and preventative maintenance for commercial roofs. Headquartered in Chicago, IL, our team of 100+ employees is dedicated to providing quality work with a strong focus on safety and communication.

As of 2025, OSR ranks among the Top 20 Roofing Contractors in the country. We specialize in the installation of numerous styles of roof applications and coatings. Additionally, we provide extensive roof repairs, OSHA-compliant safety items, and renewable energy solutions.

OSR maintains branches throughout the country, providing timely service and maintenance to our partners in each region of the United States.

Join Our Dynamic Team and Embrace Our Core Values!

At O’Hara’s Son Roofing (OSR), we believe in “Putting the Pedal to the Metal,” driving our success forward by continuously improving and never settling for average work. As a family-oriented company, we embrace a "No Jerk Zone," fostering an environment of respect, support, and teamwork at every level. We value self-starters who take pride in their work, go above and beyond for the team, and seize opportunities to shape their future with us. If you share our commitment to doing all the little things well and being our customers' roofing contractor, we invite you to apply.

Job Description

As a Project Engineer, you will play a critical role in supporting the successful execution of new construction projects. Your technical expertise, strong organizational skills, and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams will contribute to the efficient and timely completion of projects while maintaining high-quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Project Planning and Coordination:

• Assist in the development of project plans, including scope, schedules, and budgets.
• Collaborate with the estimating and project management teams to ensure project goals and objectives are clearly defined.
• Support the coordination of project activities, including material delivery phasing and installation plans.
• Review project documents, drawings, and specifications to ensure accuracy and identify any discrepancies or conflicts. Callout drawing details using Bluebeam estimating software.
• Assist in the preparation of project documentation, such as RFIs (Requests for Information), submittals, and change orders
• Support successful page-flip and preconstruction meetings for the project team.
• Prepare and distribute install drawings to field teams, ensuring clear guidelines for roofing installation.
• Create comprehensive field packets, including plan pages, scope of work, system letters, and fastening patterns.

• Project Submittals:

• Review plans and project documents to gather necessary submittal information.
• Prepare and compile comprehensive submittal packages for submission to general contractors.
• Submit submittal packages to general contractors via email or designated software platforms.
• Maintain and update the submittal tracker for each project to track progress accurately.
• Provide regular updates on submittal status to internal teams using designated project management tools.
• Respond promptly to general contractors’ inquiries about submittals, addressing questions and providing status updates.
• Coordinate with general contractors to request updates on submittal status, ensuring timely approvals.
• Address returned questions or comments on submittal packages to ensure timely resolution and approval.
• Ensure submittal packages are approved by general contractors before the project start date.

• Documentation Management:

• Maintain submittal data in a meticulously organized manner, ensuring easy retrieval and reference.
• Obtain system letters from manufacturers by providing the necessary project information to meet project requirements.
• Assist in writing scope of work documents to ensure accurate project specifications.
• General document collection and preparation for production, uploading and maintaining documents in various applications.
• Include manufacturer system letters from submittal packages, flag layouts and install drawings using estimating software, and install packets including submittal components to project management tools.

• Technical Support:

• Provide technical support to the project team, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Assist in interpreting construction plans and specifications, addressing any technical questions or concerns.
• Collaborate with the design team to review drawings and provide input on constructability and value engineering.
• Assist in resolving technical issues and coordinating solutions with the project team.

• Change Order Management:

• Assist in the management of change orders, reviewing their impact on project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Collaborate with the project team to assess change order requests and provide input on their feasibility and cost implications.
• Prepare change order documentation and support the project team in negotiations with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Track and document approved change orders and communicate changes to the project team.

• Additional Responsibilities:

• Handle additional responsibilities and projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in construction project engineering or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and industry standards.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Team player attitude is a must.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and quality control processes.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.

If you embody our core values of continuous improvement, teamwork, attention to detail, and dedication to delivering consistent, quality work, we invite you to join our team at O’Hara’s Son Roofing (OSR). Together, let's strive for excellence and be the roofing contractor for our valued customers.

What OSR Offers You

• Flexible Work Environment
• Unlimited PTO + Paid Holidays
• Technology Package
• Medical Benefits - Partial Contribution:
  1. Medical Insurance: Aetna (EPO, PPO, & PPO HSA)
  2. Dental Insurance: Aetna (PPO)
  3. Vision Insurance: Guardian Insurance
• Retirement:
  1. 401k with up to 4% company match - after 1 year of continuous employment and 1000 hours worked
• Non-Contributory Benefits - Employer Paid:
  1. Life Insurance
  2. Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
  3. Short Term (STD)
  4. Long Term (LTD)
• Quarterly Interactive Employee Events

About Our Hiring Process

We will share all the details on our company during the initial phone call. Maintaining your confidentiality is a priority, so your resume will only be submitted with your approval. We will keep you updated throughout each step of the hiring process.

Please, complete our online job application and send your resume in PDF format, including a personal email address, and mobile number where we can text or leave voicemails for you during regular business hours (8-5 pm CST). We appreciate your time and consideration of this career opportunity. Please, contact us with any additional questions at hiring@oharasson.com.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not meant to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job.

O’Hara’s Son Roofing is an Equal Employment Opportunity and E-Verify compliant Employer. Our company is a Drug Free Workplace. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.