Project Engineer, Procurement ​/ Purchasing

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title:
Project Engineer

This role offers the opportunity to join a fast-growing offsite manufacturing team in Spokane, supporting large data center and commercial construction projects. As a Project Engineer, you will develop and manage project plans, schedules, and scopes of work in a fast-paced environment while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams. You will help drive procurement, logistics, and financial tracking, and you will play a key role in improving workflows, construction methods, and overall project efficiency.

This position is ideal for someone who is accountable, technically proficient, process-oriented, and passionate about solving coordination challenges.

• Develop, manage, and maintain project plans, schedules, and scopes of work for offsite manufacturing and construction projects.
• Manage procurement and purchasing activities, including coordinating with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Oversee supply chain coordination to support project timelines and offsite manufacturing needs.
• Track project financials, including budgeting, estimating, and cost tracking, to support adherence to project budgets.
• Assist with financial oversight by reviewing and approving change orders and monitoring cost impacts on projects.
• Coordinate logistics and vendor communication to ensure efficient material flow and on-time delivery to project sites.
• Assist with RFIs, submittals, and schedule tracking using tools such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
• Interpret shop drawings and support construction sequencing, particularly for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) and HVAC systems.
• Support project managers and field teams with technical documentation, reporting, and project coordination.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline workflows and improve overall project efficiency and coordination.
• Apply a strong understanding of construction processes, including steel work, heavy equipment, and general construction sequencing, to support project execution.
• Work closely with major mechanical subcontractors and project stakeholders on commercial and data center projects, primarily involving HVAC and mechanical systems.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance construction methods, offsite manufacturing processes, and coordination practices.
• Communicate proactively with team members, vendors, and field personnel to resolve issues, clarify requirements, and maintain project clarity.
• Support a fast-paced project environment by adapting to changing priorities and maintaining composure under pressure.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and field experience.
• 2–5 years of experience in construction or manufacturing environments.
• Two or more years of experience in project management, engineering, or construction.
• Proficiency with Navisworks for model review and coordination.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam for document review, markups, and collaboration.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel for tracking costs, schedules, and project data.
• Experience using scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, including steel, heavy equipment, and general construction sequencing.
• Experience with purchasing coordination and material logistics in a construction or manufacturing setting.
• Familiarity with financial oversight on projects, including budgeting, estimating, approving change orders, and cost tracking.
• Experience working with mechanical and MEP systems, particularly HVAC systems, preferably with a major mechanical subcontractor.
• Demonstrated ability to…