Project Engineer - Pipe Fabrication

JHKelly, LLC; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 63,369 - 79,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical/Vision/Rx – Dental/Ortho Coverage

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401K with company match

Life Insurance and AD&D

Annual Performance Bonuses

Profit Sharing

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Seattle is seeking a proactive Project Engineer to support pipe and plumbing fabrication and construction projects. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field. Responsibilities include project scheduling, coordination with various teams, and ensuring compliance with construction standards. This role offers a collaborative environment and a range of benefits including medical coverage and profit sharing.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in Construction or Mechanical Construction.
• Familiarity with Mechanical operations is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of fabrication shop schedules.
• Coordinate with internal clients and operational support teams.
• Ensure construction compliance with contracts.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Proficient in reading P&IDs and Piping Isometrics

Fully proficient in Microsoft Office

Intermediate skills in Excel

Scheduling experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technology, Construction Management, or Manufacturing

Tools

Bluebeam

MS Project

Job description

At JH Kelly, we’re seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Project Engineer to join our Pipe & Plumbing Fabrication Shops team and support high-impact pipe and plumbing fabrication and construction projects. If you’re energized by diving into project lifecycles, coordinating between design and fabrication, driving productivity, and thriving in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, this is your opportunity to make a mark with a legacy construction leader.

About Us

Celebrating over a century of excellence, JH Kelly is a fourth-generation, family-owned construction powerhouse known for tackling complex commercial and heavy industrial projects. With offices in Vancouver, Longview, Seattle, Bellingham, WA, and Milwaukie, OR, we’re an industry leader fueled by an award-winning team committed to safety, quality, and a dynamic, tight-knit culture. Learn more about our story at www.jhkelly.com

Pay Range: $46-$58 per hour (DOE), FLSA non-exempt (OT eligible)

Benefits Package

• Comprehensive Medical/Vision/Rx – Dental/Ortho Coverage: JH Kelly pays 87.5% of total premiums.
• Paid Vacation and Holidays: Generous PTO model to support work-life balance.
• 401K: 50% company match on the first 6% of employee contributions.
• Life Insurance, AD&D, STD & LTD: Paid 100% by JH Kelly.
• Annual Performance Bonuses: Opportunity for additional compensation based on performance.
• Profit Sharing: Participate in JH Kelly’s profit‑sharing program. Averaging 9% of total compensation for the past 10 years.
• Project Coordination & Execution
  • Learn, follow, and promote company safety and quality protocols.
  • Assist in the preparation of pipe and plumbing fabrication shop schedules.
  • Assist with estimating takeoffs and with the purchase of materials and equipment.
  • Assist with pipe and plumbing fabrication budget development.
  • Maintain current and accurate quantity tracking data.
  • Cost Control reporting and forecasting.
  • Take off quantities for productivity tracking when so directed.
  • Interface and coordinate with internal clients and operational support teams on constructability and schedule.
  • Work as an interface between the CAD/BIM team and the fabrication shops.
  • Work with construction and design professionals in the main office, fabrication shops, and project sites.
  • Plan and coordinate work appropriately to drive the fabrication shop productivity while facilitating field teams.
  • Review construction procedures and provide technical support for work.
  • Ensure that construction work completed in-house and by sub-contractors complies with the contract.
  • Be directly involved with construction procedures.
• Relationship & Communication Management
  • Represent JH Kelly at both internal and external client meetings.
  • Keep management informed of project status and scheduling.
  • Maintain proactive and positive relationships with fabrication shop management and craft supervision.
  • Maintain proactive and positive relationships with customer representatives, vendors, suppliers, subcontractors, safety, CAD/BIM, accounting, IT, and all project teams.
• Additional Responsibilities
  • Perform additional tasks as assigned.

What You Bring

• Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of experience in Construction, Mechanical Construction, or related field. Preferred: Piping and Mechanical construction experience. Familiarity with Mechanical operations and/or other applicable mechanical construction experience.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technology, Construction Management, or Manufacturing preferred.
• Skills: Strong oral and written communication skills. Proficient in reading P&IDs and Piping Isometrics. Fully proficient in Microsoft Office and Bluebeam, with intermediate skills in Excel. Introductory skills with Stratus are a bonus. Scheduling experience and/or education. Familiarity with Critical Path Method (CPM) Scheduling, using MS Project or comparable applications. A solid working knowledge of Project Management or Manufacturing, Quality Assurance/Quality Control, and Safety.
• Mindset: Self-starter, motivated, and takes initiative. Organized and productive. Ability to proactively build and cultivate relationships. Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks and projects at hand. Energetic and eager to prioritize workload and tackle new projects and ideas.
• Requirements: Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.

Physical Requirements

This role requires transitioning frequently between an office and a fabrication shop setting. In the office, the individual must be able to sit for extended periods while working at a computer, performing repetitive tasks such as typing and using a mouse, and communicating by telephone. In the field, the individual must be capable of standing and walking for extended periods on various surfaces, including uneven terrain, and climbing stairs as required. The role also necessitates the ability to kneel, crouch, and crawl to view/inspect tight spaces, as well as occasionally lifting 40 pounds. Good vision and hearing are essential for reading plans, inspecting work, and communicating. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.