Construction Project Engineer - Path to PM Lead

Abbott Construction; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer 

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Abbott Construction is seeking a Project Engineer to support the Project Manager and Superintendent across all project phases. You will manage submittals, RFIs, and change orders while handling research, data entry, and budgeting tasks in Viewpoint.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and proactive coordination with subcontractors and internal teams. Ideal candidates have a 4-year construction degree and 2+ years in project engineering, with healthcare construction experience preferred.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in a construction-related major.
• 2+ years of project engineering experience.
• Willingness to pass a drug test.
• Healthcare construction experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support PM and Supt to meet goals through all project phases.
• Lead submittal, RFI, and change order processes.
• Provide research, data entry, and back-up support as needed.
• Assist planning, scheduling, and coordinating to meet deadlines.
• Act as main contact for subcontractors and assist PM as needed.

Skills

Strong negotiation

Leadership

Accounting understanding

Education

Bachelors in construction related field

Tools

Viewpoint

Job description

Abbott Construction is seeking a Project Engineer to support the Project Manager and Superintendent across all project phases. You will manage submittals, RFIs, and change orders while handling research, data entry, and budgeting tasks in Viewpoint.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and proactive coordination with subcontractors and internal teams. Ideal candidates have a 4-year construction degree and 2+ years in project engineering, with healthcare construction experience preferred.