2027 Seattle Entry Level Engineering Assistant (Construction General Contractor)

Turner Construction Company; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Turner Construction Company in Seattle is seeking entry-level Project Engineer/Coordinator support for SPD and other divisions. You will assist engineers by coordinating shop drawings, RFIs, and change orders, and help maintain project documents and records.

The role emphasizes teamwork, clear written and verbal communication, and basic scheduling knowledge. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits accompany the role in a dynamic construction environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of college education from accredited program in Engineering, Construction, or relevant field.
• Bachelor's degree required or preferred for entry level roles.
• Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing; strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in obtaining and reviewing information for shop drawings and approvals; facilitate cross-team communication.
• Assist in processing RFIs and change order documentation.
• Assist in preparing estimates for changes in work and reviewing CO requests.
• Study drawings and specs to ensure coordination and proper installation.
• Maintain and update contract documents, logs, and project records.
• Support materials release for fabrication to meet schedules.

Skills

Teamwork

Written communication

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal skills

Scheduling awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Two years of college

Tools

Scheduling programs

Job description

Division: Seattle Main

Project Location(s): Seattle, WA 98104 USA

Minimum Years Experience:

Travel Involved: 0-10%

Job Type: Regular

Job Classification: Entry

Education: Bachelors Degree

Job Family: Construction

Compensation: Salaried Non-Exempt

TURNER CONSTRUCTION IS HIRING 2027 GRADS!

Turner Construction is the leading general builder in the United States performing work in market segments including Healthcare, Education, Sports, Residential, Biotech, and Commercial Office. Our company has earned international recognition for undertaking complex projects, fostering innovation, embracing emerging technologies, and making a difference for our clients, employees and community. While we build buildings, our true goal is to enrich the communities where we live and work. We know choosing an employer to begin your career with is stressful, which is why Turner prides itself on its career development and training programs. With more than 1,500 national projects each year, we ensure each individual’s career path is fulfilling and dynamic. We seek to employ thought-provoking leaders who excel in a fast-paced, challenging, and collaborative environment. We encourage eager learners who share our company's values of sustainable building and creating inclusive and diverse workplaces to apply.

Position Description: Involved in engineering and administration of projects, in the Special Projects Division (SPD) or in other Business Unit departments.

Reports to: Project Engineer or Engineer

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in obtaining and reviewing information and approvals for processing of shop drawings, product data, and samples and assist in communication of information across all levels of project team.
• Assist in managing other aspects of communication including submission and responses for Requests for Information (RFI’s).
• Assist in preparing estimates for changes in work including review of Change Order requests from subcontractors.
• Study contract drawings, specifications, and shop drawings to ensure proper coordination and installation.
• Assist in maintenance and updates of contract documents, electronic web-based documents, and project logs.
• Distribute information required for construction to appropriate parties.
• Assist Engineering to ensure materials and equipment are released for fabrication or manufacture in time to meet construction schedule.
• Assist in preparation of final records for project including close-out documents, Operations/Maintenance (OM) Manuals, and other related documentation.
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

The salary range for this position is estimated to be 85,000.00 - 90,000.00 USD annualized.

Turner Construction provides flexible benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, financial benefits such as a 401(k) plan, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, wellness benefits, a voluntary legal plan, identity theft, life insurance, and short-term and long-term disability coverage.

In addition to our extensive benefits offerings, we provide paid vacation, wellness/sick time, holidays, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referral bonuses, and end-of-year appreciation pay.

Qualifications:

• Two years of college education from accredited degree program in Engineering, Construction, or relevant education
• Building construction, engineering, or equivalent experience, preferred
• Must have good interpersonal skills and ability to work within a team
• Demonstrate initiative and desire to learn
• Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing
• Proficient with computer applications, data entry, and Microsoft suite of applications
• Basic understanding of scheduling programs, desired.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands, talk, and hear. The employee frequently views a computer monitor and frequently uses a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is regularly required to be mobile, and the employee occasionally travels both short and long distances via a variety of conveyances. The employee occasionally performs work on-site at construction work sites, office locations, and/or off-site venues. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office or remote setting. The noise in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in an office setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally work at construction work sites where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The noise in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer - race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.