Project Engineer, Civil Engineering

Ballard Marine Construction – Project Engineer

Ballard Marine Construction is a specialty marine and underwater contractor based in Washougal, WA, with regional offices and projects throughout North America.

Why join Ballard? You’ll work on technical projects with a committed team in a culture that values accountability and excellence. If what we’ve said resonates with you, you might be right for us.

The Project Engineer will perform engineering duties in planning, designing, and overseeing construction activities. They are the on-site senior engineers with the authority to make decisions and change plans.

Core Attributes:

• Grit and Resiliency – We figure out how to make things happen and never give up.
• Comradery and Inspirational – We work hard together toward a common goal and celebrate wins.
• Driven and Competitive – We strive to win and improve continually.
• Trustworthy and Respectful – HONESTY, authenticity, transparency; constructive conflict handled with respect.
• Ownership and Accountability – Self-reflection, continuous improvement, and accountability are part of the culture.

Education:

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

Experience:

• At least seven years of experience in heavy civil construction
• Knowledge of change order recognition and management

Skills:

• Effective written and verbal communication
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work in a high-demand environment and meet goals
• Proficiency with software (or willingness to learn): CAD, Blue Beam, Heavy Bid, Heavy Job, MS Project or P6, Microsoft Office
• Works well in an unstructured environment
• Formulation of technical proposals (means and methods, schedules, pricing)
• Advanced construction software operating capabilities
• Excellent technical writing and verbal skills

• Review project proposals and plans to determine time frame, funding, procedures, staffing, and resource allotment
• Confer with project staff to outline work plans and assign duties
• Direct and coordinate activities of project personnel to keep on schedule and within budget
• Review status reports for management, clients, and others
• Plan and design temporary structures per construction and government standards using design tools
• Coordinate project activities with Ballard personnel, subcontractors, and JV partners
• Assist direction, coordination, and evaluation of safety, performance, budget, scheduling, equipment management, and quality
• Develop and maintain resource-loaded project schedules
• Supervise in accordance with policies and laws
• Collaborate with estimating during procurement phases
• Act as Quality Control/Quality Assurance representative as required
• May act as Ballard’s lead representative in the absence of the Project Manager
• Organize and manage subcontractors

• Working outdoors in varied temperatures and conditions
• Wears PPE (e.g., respirators, fall protection)
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds
• May work outdoors for long periods in various seasons
• Climb ladders, work at heights, walk/stand on uneven surfaces, ride or work from a barge, pier, or vessel
• Travel on land, water, and air
• Lifting, climbing, pulling, pushing, squatting as needed
• Prolonged desk/computer work
• Travel up to 75% of the year

Ballard offers a comprehensive benefits package and a culture that supports growth, development, and internal promotion. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD, STD, PTO, 401K with employer match, paid holidays, and more.

$90k-$115k

Pay is commensurate with experience and qualifications

Ballard Marine Construction, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status. A reasonable accommodation will be considered for qualified individuals with a disability if it does not create an undue hardship for the Company, consistent with the ADA as amended.