Office Engineer

Ballard Marine Construction; Washougal (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K with employer match

Paid holidays

Job summary

Ballard Marine Construction in Washougal, WA is seeking an Office Engineer to support marine and heavy civil projects from pursuit through execution. You will assist with scheduling, estimating, document control, and coordination with project teams and field crews.

The ideal candidate brings 1 year of related experience, strong technical skills, and a commitment to safety and quality. The role operates in a fast-paced construction environment with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, construction engineering, civil engineering or a related field required.
• Preferred one (1) year of experience supporting heavy civil, marine, or industrial projects in a Field Engineer or similar role.
• Experience in field operations, project planning, estimating, scheduling, document control, procurement, or project coordination.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and analyze project schedules in P6.
• Perform basic engineering calculations and drafting to support planning and field ops.
• Prepare quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for planning, procurement, and budgeting.
• Coordinate project budgets, procurement, and document control.
• Support QC processes and field operations including travel as needed.

Skills

P6 Scheduling

Estimating

Document Control

Quantity Takeoffs

Engineering Calculations

Drafting

Reading Specs

Communication

Field Coordination

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

HeavyBid

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Job description

WHY JOIN BALLARD MARINE CONSTRUCTION?

Ballard Marine Construction takes on the work others cannot or will not. As a specialty marine and underwater contractor, we solve complex problems across some of the most technically demanding infrastructure projects in North America.

Engineering

Washougal, WA

ID: 1886-356

Full-Time/Regular

Job Summary

Office Engineers plays a critical role in the successful execution of marine and heavy civil construction projects by providing technical, operational, and engineering support throughout the project lifecycle. Working closely with project managers, superintendents, and field crews, this position is responsible for project planning, scheduling, estimating, document control, procurement, quality assurance, and field coordination to help deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget.

Success in this role requires strong technical knowledge, effective communication, sound problem-solving skills, and a commitment to Ballard's culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence.

Ideal Candidate

Core Attributes

• Grit and Resiliency - We dig deep to figure out how to make things happen no matter how impossible it seems. We never give up. We take on challenges that nobody else can; or will.
• Comradery and Inspirational - We are a hard-working team of likeminded individuals working toward a common goal. We regularly celebrate wins and like to have fun whether at work or at play. We come together each day looking for ways to instill life and energy into the world around us.
• Driven and Competitive - We love competition. We love to win and love to learn when we lose. Not getting the job done is not an option. We are obsessed to do our best and we do what it takes to win.
• Trustworthy and Respectful - We are passionate about honesty, authenticity and transparency. No lies. No drama. No politics. We value constructive conflict and ensure that even in conflict we treat others with respect.
• Ownership and Accountability - When something goes wrong, we first “look in the mirror” before we “look out the window”. We ask “what could I have done differently?” and then we share lessons learned. Regularly challenging ourselves and those around us to be better is a way of life. “Me first” belongs here.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, construction engineering, civil engineering or a related field required, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

Experience

• Preferred one (1) year of experience supporting heavy civil, marine, or industrial projects in a Field Engineer or similar field operations role, intern or FT
• Preferred to have experience supporting field operations, project planning, estimating, scheduling, document control, procurement, or project coordination throughout various phases of construction

Skills

• Proficiency with construction and project management software, including Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, HeavyBid, Microsoft Project, or Primavera P6
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply construction drawings, specifications, contract documents, and technical information
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate options and develop practical solutions
• Working knowledge of construction methods, materials, tools, equipment, and project sequencing.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate and build relationships with project teams, field crews, subcontractors, vendors, clients, and other stakeholders
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement

Responsibilities

Scheduling

• Work with estimating and operational teams to develop, update, and analyze project schedules in P6
• Develop and analyze time impacts on schedules and present them to support contract time extensions

Perform Engineering, Pre-Con & Estimating

• Analyze drawings, specifications, survey data, and contract documents to support project pre-con work planning
• Perform basic engineering calculations and technical drafting to support pursuit and field operations
• Prepare quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, engineering calculations, and temporary works designs to support project planning, procurement, and budgeting
• Technical writing and graphical representation of work plans to support pursuits
• Engineering support for projects from pursuit through execution

Project Controls & Documentation

• Conform estimates and create project budgets
• Support project quantity tracking, LPRs, and project forecasting. Analyze leading indicators and work with project teams to analyze and recognize risks early
• Coordinate procurement activities, including material tracking, vendor coordination, RFQs, purchase orders, and subcontract administration

Quality Control

• Oversight and development of QC processes and procedures
• Review QC specifications during pursuit phase to ensure QC requirements are captured. Work with the pre-con team to develop the project specific QC plan. Train and audit operations teams, ensuring QC process and procedure is followed

Field Operations

• Work on jobs as needed as a Field Engineer – Temporary Assignments
• Perform other duties and travel as required to support project and business needs

Physical Demands Working Environment

• Work is performed in both office and field environments, including active construction sites and outdoor settings in varying weather conditions.
• Travel to project sites, meetings, training events, and company locations is required and may include travel by land, water, or air.
• Required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including but not limited to hard hats, safety glasses, respirators, and fall protection equipment, as needed.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend, kneel, squat, and navigate uneven terrain for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to remain stationery and work at a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to relocate as required to support business and project needs.

Benefits

Ballard offers a comprehensive benefits package and provides a culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD, STD, PTO, 401K Plan with employer match, paid holidays, and so much more!!

Salary Range

• $80K - $100K
• Pay is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

EEO Statement

Ballard Marine Construction, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity and Affidative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status. A reasonable accommodation will be considered for qualified individuals with a disability if it does not create an undue hardship for the Company, consistent with the ADA as amended.