Project Engineer: Field-Driven Construction Coordination

A.C. Schommer & Sons, Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Schommer & Sons seeks a Project Engineer to coordinate information, people, and processes from preconstruction through closeout on commercial building projects in the Portland area. You will work with the Project Manager and Superintendent to keep documentation accurate and ensure procurement and project controls are well managed.

By proactively planning, paying attention to detail, and collaborating with owners, design partners, and subcontractors, you will support field operations, safety, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of Project Engineering experience in commercial building construction.
• Deep understanding of construction means and methods, trade sequencing, and commissioning workflows.
• High School diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Engineering or Construction Management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain project documentation from project startup through closeout, ensuring contract documents, RFIs, submittals, drawings, permits, correspondence, as-built records, and closeout documentation are organized and current.
• Translate contract documents into coordinated field activities and resolve design questions, addressing constructability issues before affecting safety, quality, schedule, or cost.
• Support subcontractor procurement, contract administration, material procurement, and buyout activities to ensure work is awarded to qualified partners and long-lead items are delivered on schedule.
• Partner with field leadership to ensure work is installed safely, correctly, and in accordance with project requirements, and document progress.
• Participate in field walks, safety inspections, and quality inspections, documenting construction progress with field reports.
• Coordinate communication between owners, architects, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal team members; lead or support meetings and distribute minutes.

Skills

Project engineering

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Engineering or Construction Management

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Schommer & Sons seeks a Project Engineer to coordinate information, people, and processes from preconstruction through closeout on commercial building projects in the Portland area. You will work with the Project Manager and Superintendent to keep documentation accurate and ensure procurement and project controls are well managed.

By proactively planning, paying attention to detail, and collaborating with owners, design partners, and subcontractors, you will support field operations, safety, and