Project Engineer

JR Merit, Inc.; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision paid 100%

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays & PTO

Long-term disability

Career development map

Job summary

JR Merit, Inc. is seeking Project Engineers at the I, II, or III level to support projects within our Vancouver, WA office. You will join project and field teams to plan, coordinate, track, and deliver work while building technical and leadership skills for long-term growth.

Ideal candidates have foundational skills in estimating, scheduling, procurement, project controls, and field coordination, with opportunities to advance toward Project Manager roles. Travel to job sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in construction/engineering.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with project teams, field teams, clients, and vendors.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assist with quantity takeoffs, proposal development, project setup, accounting, procurement, production tracking, budget forecasting, risk management, safety, and quality.
• Read plans and specifications to understand final construction outcomes.
• Develop relationships with subcontractors and engage with customers.
• Mentor and train others in areas of proficiency.
• Develop and maintain project schedules using scheduling software.
• Support change management on projects.
• Communicate clearly with internal and external partners.

Skills

Construction Management

Construction Engineering

Civil Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Operations Management

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Equivalent technical or industry experience

Tools

Procore

Viewpoint

Estimating software

Scheduling tools

Job description

Build Your Future With JR Merit

Founded in 1997, JR Merit was built on the belief that merit—the quality of being good and worthy—is worth working for.

Today, we’re a leading industrial and mechanical contractor delivering high-value solutions in complex infrastructure and manufacturing environments. As a union contractor with a collaborative, growth-oriented culture, we invest in people who want to build meaningful, long-term careers.

We’re growing and looking for motivated Project Engineers to join our team and support projects across our three operating divisions:

• Advanced Manufacturing
• Specialty Projects
• Power Generation

Candidates will be considered for the Project Engineer I, II, or III levels and placed within the division that best aligns with their experience, technical expertise, strengths, and project needs.

What You’ll Gain:

• Mentorship from experienced Project Managers and Operations leaders
• Exposure to estimating, scheduling, procurement, cost controls, and project delivery
• Opportunities to support highly technical industrial and mechanical projects
• A defined path for growth toward Project Manager and Operations leadership roles
• A collaborative environment where your ideas, initiative, and development matter

What You’ll Do:

As a Project Engineer, you’ll work alongside project and field teams to help plan, coordinate, track, and deliver successful work while building the technical and leadership skills needed for long-term career growth. Responsibilities include:

• Assist with various aspects of a project including quantity takeoffs, proposal development, project setup, accounting, procurement, production tracking, budget forecasting, risk management, safety, and quality.
• Read plans and specifications and understand the desired final construction outcome.
• Develop key relationships with proven subcontractors and actively participate in customer engagement.
• Mentor and train others in areas of proficiency.
• Develop and maintain fundamental project schedules utilizing scheduling software.
• Support change management on projects.
• Demonstrate clear and effective written communication with internal and external partners.

Position Structure:

• Project Engineer I: Ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals who are developing foundational skills in estimating, scheduling, procurement, project controls, field coordination, and project delivery.
• Project Engineer II: Ideal for candidateswith demonstrated constructionproject experience whocan independently manageassigned project responsibilities, contribute to estimatingand project controls, coordinate subcontractors, and support successfulproject execution.
• Project Engineer III: Leads significantproject functions, mentorsjunior team members, contributes to projectfinancial performance,and appliesadvanced knowledge ofestimating production factors, labor rate development, cost types/phases, and time-and-material rate structures.

What We're Looking For:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Operations Management, or a related discipline
• Equivalent technical or industry experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively with project teams, field teams, clients, and vendors
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship, co-op, or related construction experience
• Interest in industrial, mechanical, or process construction
• Familiarity with construction drawings and specifications
• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Exposure to Procore, Viewpoint, estimating software, or scheduling tools
• Strong time management skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge of estimatingproduction factors (suchas MCAA orwork activity methods), labor rate development, cost types/phases, and time-and-material ratestructures is preferredfor Project EngineerII and IIIconsideration
• This position is based out of our corporate office inVancouver, WA. Frequent travel or temporary relocation may be required to support JR Merit’s projects.
• This role requires the ability to utilize, maintain, and wear all PPE as required by JR Merit, the client, and any other applicable regulatory agency or management directive.
• At times, work may be performed at a job site where additional training, certifications, or clearances may be needed to comply with jobsite requirements.
• Must be able to lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Salary Range (depending on skill level)

Finalcompensationwill be basedon experience, leadershipcapabilities, technicalexpertise, and demonstratedproject management success.

Benefits include:

• Discretionary merit bonus opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision paid 100% by JR Merit for employees and eligible dependents
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays, including a floating holiday
• PTO program
• Long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career Development Map and advancement opportunities

Equal Opportunity / Affiantitative Action Employer:

JR Merit, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. We are a background screening, drug-free workplace.

JR Merit, Inc provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a job, please submit your request [e-mail]

Work Authorization:

JR Merit, Inc. is a federal contractor which participates in E-Verify. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.