Open to New Engineering Graduates – Construction Engineer (Oregon)

Planate Management Group

Gresham (OR)

On-site

USD 63,000 - 77,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental/Vision Insurance

401K plan eligibility

Health and Savings Account

Life/AD&D Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Wellness Offering

Training and Development

License/Certification support

Recognition and Rewards program

Travel Insurance

Job summary

Planate Management Group (PMG) is seeking a Construction Engineer to support the EHRM NRM Project at the Portland Campus. You will coordinate construction activities, manage submittals, monitor schedules, inspect work, and maintain project documentation on-site in Portland, Oregon.

This full-time role offers hands-on experience with an SDVOSB contractor and a base budget of $70,000 per year, with compensation dependent on experience. We provide comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

Background check and VA PIV card required.
Ability to perform on-site construction support and inspections.
Valid U.S. driver's license required.
Willingness to complete National Agency Check (NACI).
Experience coordinating submittal reviews and project schedules.
Adhere to OSHA, VA policies, and design standards.

Responsibilities

Coordinate submittal reviews and manage the submittal process.
Review submittals and provide escort duties.
Track availability of long lead items and communicate schedule impact.
Monitor construction phase schedules, milestones, and deliveries.
Attend and support progress meetings and follow up on Government actions.
Field verify as-builts and update documentation.
Perform inspections and report to COR for corrections.
Assist with courses of action for issues and troubleshooting.
Support Commissioning and related construction activities.
Conduct surveys and field investigations as needed.
Advise government on potential contract modifications or claims.

Skills

Background check

VA PIV card

Driver's license

Project coordination

Submittal coordination

Tools

VA construction management software

Job description

Planate Management Group (PMG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, and Orlando, Florida USA with a technical support center in South East Asia and East Africa, that provides program management and facilities engineering services worldwide. Planate is a small business provider of planning, design, infrastructure management, technical consulting, engineering, and construction management services in support of the US Department of Defense (DOD) and its Service (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps) missions, along with other US federal agencies, all over the world.

We are seeking a Construction Engineerto support the EHRM NRM Project Support Services project at the Portland Campus. You will coordinate construction activities, manage submittals, monitor schedules, conduct inspections, maintain project documentation, address construction-related issues, and support project completion.

If you're a recent graduate looking to start your career in construction management, this is an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience and build a strong foundation in the industry. Take advantage of this opportunity to learn, grow, and develop valuable skills while working alongside experienced professionals.

This position is contingent upon contract award. If awarded, the anticipated period of performance will be base year and one option year. The work assignment will be on-site in Portland, Oregon. The approved budget for this role is $70,000 per year, depending on experience.

Key responsibilities:

Coordinate submittal reviews and management of submittal process
Review of submittals and provide escort duties.
Track availability of long lead items and ensure impact to schedule is documented and communicated.
Review and monitor construction phase schedules, with emphasis on milestones, phasing, workflow, material deliveries, and inspection and testing dates.
Attend and support progress meetings; following up on Government actions.
Field verification of as-builts, assist with creation and updates of as-builts.
Perform inspections and provide reports to COR on work that require correction.
Assist with development of courses of action for issues.
Provide troubleshooting support.
Support Commissioning.
Perform additional construction support related services, including surveys and field investigation.
Advise the government and make recommendations to the COR/CO for situations involving potential contract modifications or potential claims analysis.

Qualifications to be successful in the role:

Successfully complete a background check and obtain a VA Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card.
Bring the background, qualifications, capabilities, and skillset needed to support the specified project and perform assigned duties.
Possessappropriate “reach-back”expertisefor the specific task order.
Access and complete training on the VA construction management software used for the project.
Perform services with professional skill, care, and diligence while meeting required timelines.
Meet or exceed applicable professional practice and performance standards, including The Joint Commission (TJC), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and VA policies and design standards.
Hold a valid U.S. driver’s license and obtain a favorable National Agency Check (NACI).

Why Planate?

Planate Management Group is an Affi

Full-time employees enjoy the following benefits: