Project Engineer/Field Engineer

Truebeck Construction, Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Portland, Oregon, is hiring Project Engineers and Field Engineers for entry-level roles. Ideal candidates should have a four-year degree in construction management, civil engineering, or related fields, and strong problem-solving skills. Responsibilities include coordinating projects, ensuring compliance with plans, and maintaining communication with teams. Join a company recognized for its focus on people and awarded for its safety excellence.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a relevant four-year degree program.
• Full knowledge of computer software like MS Word, Excel, and Project.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate work to meet project expectations.
• Maintain communication with team members and stakeholders.
• Inspect work to assure compliance with plans and specifications.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Oral communication skills

Written communication skills

Education

Four-year degree in construction management, construction science or civil engineering

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Project

Autocad

Revit

Job description

At Truebeck, we offer two dynamic entry‑level roles that contribute directly to the success of our projects. While the responsibilities are shared, each role offers a unique path and focus. If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and make an impact, we want to meet you.

About Us

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 four offices in California and Oregon. 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.

The Project Engineer 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.

Do you see yourself as a builder and want to be in the field right where the work is happening onsite? Then a role as a Field Engineer may be the best for you! A Field Engineer is a primary technical field role that leads into a career as a Superintendent / Field Operations.

• Coordinates with project architects, designers, owners, and field personnel.
• Responsible for Request for Information (RFI) and submittal process.
• Acts as the “information hub” for project to office and field personnel to ensure continuity of work.
• Offers technical information to project supervisor to ensure work complies with applicable codes, drawings, and specifications.
• May coordinate change orders, 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 PM or Superintendent as appropriate.
• Inspects all work to assure compliance with plans and specifications. Ensures project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.
• Oversees performance of all trade contractors and reviews architectural and engineering drawings to ensure that all specifications and regulations are being followed.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a four‑year degree program in construction management, construction science or civil engineering.
• Full knowledge of computer software, i.e. MS Word, Excel, Project.
• Working knowledge of Autocad or Revit a plus.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

Truebeck Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate differences and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees.

Please note that we do not wish to receive unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiters or staffing agencies. Any resumes submitted in the absence of a signed agreement will become the property of Truebeck Construction and no fee will be paid should the candidate be hired by Truebeck Construction or our affiliates. We only accept resumes directly from candidates who have applied through our official application process.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.