Construction Project Engineer

Actalent; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Pre-tax and Roth options

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Transit benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Construction Project Engineer to support high-tech commercial construction projects in Hillsboro, OR. You will manage project documentation, assist with estimating, procurement, and project controls, collaborating with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and vendors.

Strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to learn quickly are essential as you coordinate between office and field teams and help ensure schedule, quality, and project

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial construction projects, ideally hightech or semiconductor environments.
• Education in construction management, engineering, or a related field.
• PM coordination experience supporting field and office teams.
• Experience performing quantity takeoffs, estimation, and materials analysis.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office in addition to Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, manage, and track RFIs, submittals, change orders, and other construction documentation using Excel and project management software.
• Support quantity takeoffs, estimating, and materials analysis for assigned scopes of work.
• Coordinate daily activities between office teams and field leadership, assisting the Project Manager and Superintendent with communication and task follow-through.
• Read and interpret blueprints, plans, specifications, and other construction documents to support field and office decision-making.
• Assist with procurement activities, including maintaining document logs, updating records, and producing reports to support continuous project flow.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness in all project documentation, consistently prioritizing correctness over speed.
• Maintain proactive communication with subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams to support schedule, quality, and project objectives.
• Assist with project setup, including jobsite logistics planning and coordination of initial project documentation requirements.
• Support project closeout by organizing and compiling required documentation and ensuring records are complete and properly filed.
• Use Microsoft Office, including Excel, to analyze data, track project information, and prepare reports and logs.
• Contribute to a collaborative, respectful project culture by communicating clearly, following through on commitments, and supporting team goals.

Skills

Read blueprints

Materials knowledge

RFI/submittals/changes

Excel proficiency

Procore/Bluebeam

Attention to detail

Communication

Organization

Willingness to travel

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Office

Job description

Job Title: Construction Project EngineerJob Description

The Construction Project Engineer supports commercial construction projects in the hightech sector by managing project documentation, coordinating between office and field teams, and assisting with estimating, procurement, and project controls. This role requires strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to learn quickly in a fastpaced environment while working closely with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, manage, and track RFIs, submittals, change orders, and other construction documentation using Excel and project management software.
• Support quantity takeoffs, estimating, and materials analysis for assigned scopes of work.
• Coordinate daily activities between office teams and field leadership, assisting the Project Manager and Superintendent with communication and task followthrough.
• Read and interpret blueprints, plans, specifications, and other construction documents to support field and office decisionmaking.
• Assist with procurement activities, including maintaining document logs, updating records, and producing reports to support continuous project flow.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness in all project documentation, consistently prioritizing correctness over speed.
• Maintain proactive communication with subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams to support schedule, quality, and project objectives.
• Assist with project setup, including jobsite logistics planning and coordination of initial project documentation requirements.
• Support project closeout by organizing and compiling required documentation and ensuring records are complete and properly filed.
• Use Microsoft Office, including Excel, to analyze data, track project information, and prepare reports and logs.
• Contribute to a collaborative, respectful project culture by communicating clearly, following through on commitments, and supporting team goals.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Understanding of construction materials and methods used in commercial construction.
• Familiarity with RFIs, submittals, contracts, change orders, and basic construction workflows.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel for tracking, analysis, and reporting.
• Experience with construction project management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or similar tools.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and completeness in documentation.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills to coordinate with project teams, subcontractors, and vendors.
• High level of organization and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fastpaced project environment.
• Demonstrated work ethic and reliability in supporting project teams and meeting deadlines.
• Ability and desire to learn new tools, processes, and construction technologies.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in commercial construction projects, ideally within hightech or semiconductor environments.
• Background or education in construction management, engineering, or a related field.
• Project management and project coordination experience supporting field and office teams.
• Experience performing quantity takeoffs, estimation, and materials analysis.
• Proficiency with general Microsoft Office applications in addition to Excel.
• Strong problemsolving skills and the ability to follow through on tasks with minimal oversight.
• Openness to mentorship, training, and professional development opportunities.
• Interest in longterm growth within a construction firm, including potential advancement opportunities.
• Willingness to travel if needed for future growth opportunities.

Work Environment

This role is based onsite at a semiconductor facility in Hillsboro, supporting commercial construction projects in a hightech environment. You will work closely with both office and field teams, including project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and vendors, using tools such as Microsoft Office, Excel, Procore, Bluebeam, and other construction software. The atmosphere is casual, respectful, and balanced, with a strong focus on mentorship, development, and advancement opportunities. Team members benefit from a mediumsized firm culture, where you can specialize in a specific niche and work within a supportive project team. The position offers paid time off, company holidays aligned with the client, and access to learning and discount platforms such as Udemy and Abenity, as well as participation in an employee stock ownership plan. The work is fastpaced and detailoriented, with a focus on collaboration, professionalism, and continuous learning.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hillsboro, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $55.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hillsboro, OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 2, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hillsboro,OR.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.