Project Engineer - Commercial Construction

Absher-Construction-Company; Wenatchee (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid health premiums

Generous PTO policy

401(k) and ESOP retirement benefits

Job summary

Absher Construction seeks a Project Engineer to support field and office operations, coordinating with the Project Manager and Superintendent to ensure quality delivery. You’ll manage daily coordination, documentation, budgeting, compliance, and communication from start‑up through closeout.

We value ownership, offer fully paid employee medical premiums, generous PTO, 401(k) and ESOP retirement benefits, and a strong growth path for future leadership within a 85+ year‑old Pacific Northwest

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field or construction certificate program.
• 3–5 years of relevant construction experience.
• Solid understanding of construction processes, documentation, and safety standards.
• Tech‑savvy and comfortable with scheduling and project management tools.
• Able to read and interpret plans, specs and submittals.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project planning, integration, and completion of assigned scopes.
• Prepare and manage contracts, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and material procurement.
• Lead on‑site engineering activities and maintain liaison with design teams and clients.
• Attend project meetings and support owner meetings with project management.
• Assist in preparing project status reports and closeout documentation.
• Review design documents for compliance with engineering and contract requirements.
• Monitor technical progress, testing, and resolution of design and construction issues.
• Track and manage costs to ensure alignment with project budgets.
• Promote and support site safety efforts through personal actions and team mentorship.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Read plans & specs

Budgeting & cost tracking

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Scheduling software

Project management tools

Job description

Central WA (Greater Wenatchee Area); Ephrata, WA; Wenatchee, WA

Celebrating 85 Years of Building With Purpose

At Absher Construction, we’re proud to celebrate over 85 years as one of the Pacific Northwest’s most respected general contractors. As a 100% employee‑owned company, we believe our people are our greatest asset and we invest in them like it! From fully paid medical premiums for employees, to a generous PTO policy, 401(k) and ESOP retirement benefits, we offer a total rewards package that reflects the pride and ownership we bring to every project.

As aProject Engineer, you’ll support field and office operations by partnering with the Project Manager and Superintendent to ensure quality project delivery. This role offers hands‑on responsibility with a clear path for growth into future leadership. You’ll help manage daily coordination, documentation, budgeting, compliance, and communication from project start‑up through closeout.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate project planning, integration, and completion of assigned scopes
• Prepare and manage contracts, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and material procurement
• Lead on‑site engineering activities and maintain liaison with design teams and clients
• Attend project meetings and support owner meetings with project management
• Assist in preparing project status reports and closeout documentation
• Review design documents for compliance with engineering and contract requirements
• Monitor technical progress, testing, and resolution of design and construction issues
• Track and manage costs to ensure alignment with project budgets
• Promote and support site safety efforts through personal actions and team mentorship

Why You’ll Be Successful

You’re curious, detail‑oriented, and a strong team player. You love solving problems, building relationships, and taking initiative in a fast‑paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field or construction certificate program
• 3-5 years of relevant construction experience
• Solid understanding of construction processes, documentation, and safety standards
• Tech‑savvy and comfortable with scheduling and project management tools
• Able to read and interpret plans, specs, and submittals
• Organized, dependable, and comfortable handling confidential information
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent time management and accountability for meeting deadlines

Absher is a Federal Contractor. All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen.

Salary offers are typically made between the entry and midpoint of the range and are based on factors such as experience, education, and internal equity.

Pay Transparency

$80,000 - $110,000 USD

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre‑employment background check and drug screening. Background checks may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and references. For positions with access to company financial accounts or credit card programs, a credit history check may also be conducted.

All screening is conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and applicable state and local laws. Candidates will be asked to provide written consent prior to any screening. If results include information that may affect a hiring decision, candidates will have the opportunity to review and respond to the findings before a final decision is made.

Absher Construction is an equal opportunity employer. Background check results are evaluated in context and do not automatically disqualify applicants.

Absher’s Commitment: Our Pledge to EEOC

At Absher, we are committed to building a culture where everyone can thrive. We welcome diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences and we believe our work is stronger because of them. No employee or applicant will face discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.

Notice to Staffing Agencies

Please note: We are not accepting unsolicited resumes or inquiries from staffing agencies at this time. Absher employees are not authorized to bind the company to any third‑party recruitment agreements.

Voluntary Self-Identification

For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self‑identification survey. Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file.

As set forth in Absher Construction’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection. As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measure the effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categories is as follows:

A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service‑connected disability.

A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three‑year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service.

An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.

An "armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.

Disabilities include, but are not limited to:

• Alcohol or other substance use disorder (not currently using drugs illegally)
• Autoimmune disorder, for example, lupus, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, HIV/AIDS
• Blind or low vision
• Cancer (past or present)
• Cardiovascular or heart disease
• Celiac disease
• Cerebral palsy
• Deaf or serious difficulty hearing
• Diabetes
• Disfigurement, for example, disfigurement caused by burns, wounds, accidents, or congenital disorders
• Epilepsy or other seizure disorder
• Gastrointestinal disorders, for example, Crohn's Disease, irritable bowel syndrome
• Intellectual or developmental disability
• Mental health conditions, for example, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD
• Missing limbs or partially missing limbs
• Mobility impairment, benefiting from the use of a wheelchair, scooter, walker, leg brace(s) and/or other supports
• Nervous system condition, for example, migraine headaches, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis (MS)
• Neurodivergence, for example, attention‑deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia, dyspraxia, other learning disabilities
• Partial or complete paralysis (any cause)
• Pulmonary or respiratory conditions, for example, tuberculosis, asthma, emphysema
• Short stature (dwarfism)
• Traumatic brain injury

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