Construction Project Engineer: Lead Preconstruction & Quality

Kuehne+Nagel; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirby Nagelhout Construction Co. in Portland, OR is seeking a Project Engineer to provide technical support to construction staff.

You will review bidding and design documents while overseeing and evaluating the construction process to ensure accuracy, proper resources, and quality from start to finish. The role includes preconstruction support, schedule management, procurement, field supervision, and coordination of RFIs and submittals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineering related field is required.
• Proficient with MS Office, MS Project or P6, Bluebeam, Procore or Sage, and PowerPoint or Prezi for presenting.
• Strong organizational skills with excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage time, multi-task, and meet deadlines with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support project teams in preconstruction efforts, project start-up, documentation, contract administration, site orientations, schedule management, reporting, material procurement, field supervision, and project closeout.
• Track log creation and usage for safety, procurement, submittals, RFIs, productivity, QA/QC, and change management.
• Participate in project meetings, create agendas, take minutes, and facilitate project walk-throughs.
• Review submittals and shop drawings for accuracy and expedite for timely review.
• Initiate, prepare, review, track, and distribute RFIs.
• Assist Superintendent with non-conformance issues, inspections, safety, and permit processes.
• Track and review certified payroll reports.
• Manage drawings/specifications and keep revisions current.
• Assist in preparation of bid packages and RFPs.
• Track and inspect project deliveries.

Skills

MS Office

MS Project or P6

Bluebeam

Procore or Sage

PowerPoint or Prezi

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineering related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

MS Project

P6 (scheduling)

Bluebeam

Procore

Sage

PowerPoint

Prezi

Job description

Kirby Nagelhout Construction Co. in Portland, OR is seeking a Project Engineer to provide technical support to construction staff.

You will review bidding and design documents while overseeing and evaluating the construction process to ensure accuracy, proper resources, and quality from start to finish. The role includes preconstruction support, schedule management, procurement, field supervision, and coordination of RFIs and submittals.