Project Engineer I​/II​/III; Electrical Construction

Job Title:
Project Engineer I/II/III

Reports to:
Project Manager

Location:
Redmond, OR

Pay range: PE I$/hr (Hourly, Non-exempt);

PE II/III $80,000-$105,000/year (Salary, Exempt)

Light up your career path and join Cochran, a trailblazer in the Pacific Northwest's electrical and technology construction scene. We are at the forefront of fostering innovation in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. As one of the largest woman-owned contractors in the PNW, we take pride in powering innovation, human well-being, and community
. Our success is driven by the extraordinary talent of our team members
, and we are committed to fostering a workplace where employees thrive.

Since 1954, Cochran has played a major role in designing and installing electrical and technological infrastructure throughout the Pacific Northwest and across the country. With expertise in electrical, security systems, audio/visual, communications, service, and maintenance, our dedication to fresh thinking and proven execution is full-service.

Our values are proven, not explained:

• Be Transparent.
• Be Kind.
• Be Accountable.
• Be Respectful.
• Be Proactive.
• Be Inspired.
• Be Brilliant.

We've brought skylines, arenas, factories, even robots to life. While our technology evolves, our commitment to excellence never wavers. We're ready to light the way, will you join us?

As a Project Engineer
, you will support the coordination, planning, and execution of electrical construction projects to help ensure work is completed accurately, efficiently, and in alignment with project goals. You will collaborate with project teams, field personnel, trade partners, vendors, and clients to support scheduling, documentation, material procurement, change management, quality assurance, and clear communication throughout the project lifecycle. Depending on your experience and demonstrated capabilities, you may also take on greater responsibility for evaluating project cost impacts, managing change orders, coordinating subcontractors and vendors, tracking project performance, and mentoring other Project Engineers.

Candidates may be hired at the Project Engineer I, II, or III level
, with placement determined by relevant experience, technical knowledge, project complexity, and ability to independently manage assigned responsibilities.

• Gather necessary project data to support accurate material selection, dimensional coordination, and integration of owner or third-party supplied information
• Maintain and track jobsite documentation, including RFIs, ASIs, change orders, and other project-related revisions
• Coordinate with other trades to align efforts and ensure proper documentation is shared across disciplines
• Prepare and manage submittals, construction schedules, and Operations & Maintenance (O&M) manuals
• Estimate and track quantities, and prepare change orders in response to scope modifications
• Monitor and document quality assurance processes, maintaining logs and addressing any identified issues
• Participate in project meetings as assigned, contributing to communication, planning, and status updates

To perform the job of Project Engineer II successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following additional duties in addition to all of the Project Engineer I requirements.

• Manage the full lifecycle of material and tool procurement, including ordering, releasing, receiving, and tracking to support project needs.
• Update and distribute revised drawings to ensure all stakeholders have access to the most current project documentation
• Estimate project impacts, prepare documentation, and maintain accurate tracking of all change orders
• Develop, implement, and monitor quality assurance procedures, including the maintenance of QA logs and resolution of identified issue

To perform the job of Project Engineer III successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following additional duties in addition to all of the Project Engineer I & II requirements.

• Manage project changes by estimating, preparing, and tracking change orders; develop actionable implementation plans and communicate updates clearly to both field teams and clients
• Evaluate new or updated project information to accurately identify and document cost impacts
• Oversee scheduling, subcontract issuance, and performance tracking to ensure alignment with project timelines and milestones
• Monitor and assess subcontractor and vendor performance, maintaining accountability and supporting project quality and delivery…