Project Engineer - Commercial Construction

 

Project Engineer

Commercial General Contractor

Salary: $80,000 - $110,000

About the Opportunity

Our client is a well-established commercial general contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex construction projects throughout the Pacific Northwest. They are seeking a Project Engineer to join their team and support projects from preconstruction through closeout. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in commercial construction and advance into Project Management.

Position Summary

The Project Engineer serves as a key member of the project team, supporting Project Managers and Superintendents with project administration, document control, scheduling, procurement, and subcontractor coordination. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and eager to take ownership of project responsibilities while contributing to successful project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and track RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and project documentation
• Maintain drawing logs, specifications, and document revisions
• Coordinate material procurement and delivery schedules
• Assist with subcontract administration and contract documentation
• Support project scheduling, reporting, and progress tracking
• Attend project meetings and distribute meeting minutes
• Track change orders, project costs, and procurement activities
• Maintain quality control and compliance documentation
• Support permitting, inspections, and project closeout activities
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Superintendents, Architects, Engineers, Owners, and Subcontractors
• Assist in ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering, or a related field

OR

• 3+ years of experience in a Project Engineer, Field Engineer, Assistant Project Manager, Construction Coordinator, or similar commercial construction role

Preferred

• Experience working for a Commercial General Contractor
• Experience supporting ground-up commercial construction projects
• Familiarity with Education, Municipal, Healthcare, Hospitality, Industrial, or Commercial projects
• Proficiency with:
  • Procore
  • Bluebeam
  • Microsoft Project
  • Primavera P6
  • Sage
  • Microsoft Office Suite

Ideal Candidate

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving capabilities
• Self-motivated and team-oriented
• Desire to grow into future Project Management leadership roles

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Annual performance bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and advancement opportunities
• Long-term career growth within a stable and growing organization