Project Engineer

Truebeck Construction; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Truebeck Construction in Seattle is seeking a Project Engineer to coordinate design and field activities, ensuring work aligns with plans and specifications, while maintaining open communication with owners, architects, and subcontractors.

The ideal candidate is a four-year degree graduate in construction management, construction science, or civil engineering, with zero to three years of GC experience, and knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Project, AutoCAD or Revit.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in construction management, construction science or civil engineering.
• 0–3 years of experience with a General Contractor is preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and Project; AutoCAD or Revit considered a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate scopes of work with architects, designers, owners and field personnel to minimize disruption.
• Assist Project Manager and Senior Project Engineer in managing subcontractors.
• Ensure timely RFI generation and submittals; support QC/QA processes.
• Monitor project progress and maintain organized project documents.

Skills

Organized

Multi-tasking

Effective communicator

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Construction Science/Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

MS Word

MS Excel

Microsoft Project

Job description

Truebeck Construction is an industry-leading General Contractor serving Fortune 100 companies throughout the West Coast. Founded in the Bay Area, Truebeck has grown to five offices in California, Oregon and Washington. With annual revenue exceeding $1B, Truebeck is one of the top General Contractors in each of the markets we serve. Truebeck provides best-in-class services and builds award-winning projects in the commercial, healthcare, life science, mission critical, education, multi-family, and interiors sectors. Truebeck has developed an impressive portfolio of projects—for prominent companies like Apple, Bloomberg, Meta, Uber, Genentech, and Gilead—and has a long history of consistent growth and profitability.

Our Culture

At Truebeck, a core value is: business and life are all about people. In the office and on the job site, we put people first. Truebeck is consistently ranked as one of the Best Places to Work by local Business Journals, and year after year, we win Excellence in Safety Awards. Our culture is caring, and you’ll see this shine through in employee benefits and opportunities for growth and advancement. We also give back to our community in meaningful ways, and you’ll feel proud to work for a firm that has received the highest recognition as a Top Corporate Philanthropist.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

The Project Engineer (PE) schedules and coordinates work in the most efficient manner and ensures construction meets or exceeds the expectations of the owner and architect and is in accordance with the project’s plan and specifications. The PE is responsible for maintaining open and positive channels of communication with the field, owner, architect, and subcontractors to ensure efficient completion of project. PEs are also responsible for providing service to the team at a level where mistakes pose a limited risk to Truebeck.

Project Management

• Coordinate various scopes of work with project architects, designers, owners, and field personnel in an efficient and least-disruptive manner to ensure continuity of work.
• Under the supervision of Project Manager and/or Senior Project Engineer, develop skills to help manage project subcontractors.
• Resolve all outstanding issues with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure quick and efficient demobilization of project.
• Oversees performance of all trade contractors and reviews architectural and engineering drawings to ensure that all specifications and regulations are being followed.
• Use appropriate software to develop schedules and Implement QC/QA program for project.
• Price change proposals/orders in a timely manner and ensure they receive proper owner approval.
• Responsible for Request for Information (RFI) generation and submittal process.
• Offers technical information to project supervisor to ensure work complies with applicable codes, drawings, and specifications.
• Expedite material and job site equipment, assist in preparation of estimates, and compile data to assist in analyzing project progress.
• Monitor and track project quality control metrics and activities on a regular basis, provide timely and accurate quality reports, and raise issues to Project Manager or Superintendent as appropriate.
• Ensures project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.
• Any other task or duty as assigned or required
• Identify new opportunities within the context of the assigned project or professional network.
• Participate and seek out opportunities to participate in industry associations and events.
• Maintain positive rapport with field and office staff, owner, architect, and subcontractors.

Knowledge, Education, And Experience

• Graduate of a four-year degree program in construction management, construction science, or civil engineering.
• Zero to three years previous experience working for a General Contractor.
• Full knowledge of computer software, i.e. MS Word, Excel, Project.
• Working knowledge Autocad or Revit a plus.
• Broad knowledge of LEAN and BIM techniques.

Skills And Specifications

• Full understanding of prime contract, general conditions, subcontractor’s and Truebeck’s scope, critical path, and the 3-step QC process.
• Organized, efficient, able to multi-task effectively, hardworking, and dedicated.
• Able to respond effectively to ever changing demands in a dynamic environment.
• Effectively communicate directions to subcontractors and willingly take and follow directions from others.