Construction Project Engineer

This role offers an opportunity to join a fast-growing mechanical contractors Major Projects group as a Construction Project Engineer. You will provide critical project management support to Project Managers and field teams, focusing on communication, scheduling, document control, procurement, and cost forecasting. You will collaborate closely with superintendents, forepersons, engineers, detailers, and leadership to help deliver high-quality, profitable mechanical and plumbing projects across the Pacific Northwest.

• - Track, forecast, and report labor hours and material costs to support accurate project financials and profitability.
• - Assist in the buyout and procurement process for major equipment and subcontracts, ensuring timely and cost-effective purchasing.
• - Expedite and track deliveries of major equipment and materials to keep projects on schedule.
• - Maintain a working knowledge of general conditions, scope of work, and specifications for project contracts and subcontracts.
• - Maintain and control project documents in compliance with internal standards and contractual requirements.
• - Collaborate with field labor supervision to plan, organize, and schedule project work, including preparing integrated subcontract and contract project schedules.
• - Review contract drawings, detail drawings, and specifications to understand project requirements and support field execution.
• - Prepare fabrication shop work packages, including reviewing detail drawings, performing material takeoffs, supporting buyout, and developing man-hour fabrication budgets.
• - Ensure full compliance with the Safety Program at the jobsite and promote a strong safety culture.
• - Demonstrate regular attendance and promptness to support project continuity and team coordination.
• - Use tools such as MS Outlook, Excel, Word, Bluebeam, Smartsheet, One Drive, MS Teams, SharePoint, Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), Viewpoint Vista, Revit, and Stratus to manage project information and workflows, with on-the-job training provided as needed.
• - Develop an understanding of construction sequencing, particularly for mechanical and plumbing scopes of work, and apply this knowledge to planning and coordination.
• - Maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and internal team members through clear and professional communication.
• - Develop and retain knowledge of mechanical systems, including engineering principles, estimating practices, construction methods, and financial management.
• - Support project management tasks such as RFIs, submittals, and change orders to ensure clear documentation and timely resolution of issues.

• - 1+ year of experience as a Project Engineer at a mechanical contractor.
• - 1+ year of experience tracking construction materials and labor on active projects.
• - 1+ year of experience communicating with subcontractors and clients regarding project schedules.
• - Experience with project management and construction management in a mechanical construction environment.
• - Experience supporting or managing change orders, RFIs, submittals, and related project documentation.
• - Understanding of mechanical construction and mechanical installation practices.
• - Proficiency with MS Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• - Ability to learn and use Bluebeam, Smartsheet, One Drive, MS Teams, SharePoint, Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), Viewpoint Vista, Revit, and Stratus, with training provided.
• - Strong communication and negotiation skills to support coordination with project stakeholders.
• - Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced project environment.
• - Commitment to jobsite safety and adherence to safety programs and…