Commercial Construction Project Engineer

Overview

Commercial Construction Project Engineer.

Location:

Cherokee, AL. This position is located in Tualatin, OR.

• Supports the execution and technical management of each project from conception to the finished structure.
• Interfaces with construction professionals, subcontractors, and the client on a day‑to‑day basis regarding technical and operational needs.
• Masters reading blueprints, structural drawings, and plan sets to identify constructability issues or discrepancies.
• Maintains a strong knowledge of construction materials, processes, verbiage, and equipment.
• Assists the Project Manager in tracking, updating, and managing the project budget.
• Estimates both construction management and self‑perform work items.
• Collaborates with the Project Manager and Superintendent to create, update, and maintain the project schedule.
• Reviews subcontractor quotes, coordinates vendor procurement, and assists with negotiations.
• Assists in preparing and organizing project proposals, clarifications, alternates, and value engineering options for clients and architects.
• Supports Project Managers in reviewing contract requirements and owner agreements.
• Processes, tracks, and manages subcontracts and subcontractor change orders.
• Directly manages, reviews, and processes submittals, RFIs, change proposals, and owner change orders.
• Authors and distributes detailed project meeting minutes.
• Participates in and helps lead onsite meetings with the client, architect, subcontractors, and construction crew.
• Collaborates with the architect, subcontractors, and construction crew to ensure the physical feasibility of each project.
• Identifies and responds to potential technical or field issues throughout the life of the project to minimize negative impacts and help ensure the safety of the work.
• Assists in preparing monthly client billings and tracking progress.
• Reviews vendor and subcontractor invoices for accuracy and compliance prior to payment approval.
• Tracks project costs and assists with preparing monthly cost projections.
• Leads the quality control, punch list, and project closeout processes.
• Assists in marketing and business development efforts.
• Works collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation.
• Respectfully takes direction from Project Managers, Senior Project Managers, and the Vice President of Construction.
• Maintains punctual, regular, and predictable attendance.
• Maintains a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally and in written form.
• Exhibits good listening and comprehension.
• Selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
• Writes clearly and informatively.
• Able to effectively multitask and prioritize tasks autonomously.
• Displays passion and optimism.
• Inspires respect and trust.
• Confronts difficult situations professionally.
• Uses negotiation skills to resolve technical conflicts.
• Adapts to changes in the work environment.
• Varies communication style to meet needs of field crews and clients.
• Establishes and maintains effective relations.
• Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations.
• Exhibits tact and consideration.
• Works cooperatively in group situations.
• Works actively to resolve conflicts.
• Balances team and individual responsibilities.
• Communicates changes effectively and prepares and supports those affected by change.
• Exhibits confidence in self and others.
• Inspires and motivates others to perform well.
• Cost tracking and administrative management.
• Risk identification and mitigation.
• Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected field events.
• Changes approach or method to best fit the situation.
• Displays ability to influence key decision‑makers.
• Uses authority appropriately to accomplish goals.
• Displays original thinking and creativity.
• Displays willingness to make technical decisions.
• Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Includes appropriate people in decision‑making process.
• Makes timely decisions.
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.

While this role does not have direct corporate hiring or disciplinary responsibilities, a Project Engineer with 5+ years of experience…