Project Engineer - VDC

JHKelly, LLC; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 82,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical/Vision/Rx

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401K with company match

Life Insurance and AD&D

Annual Performance Bonuses

Profit Sharing

Job summary

JHKelly, LLC is looking for a detail-oriented Project Engineer specializing in Virtual Design and Construction Process Management in Vancouver, WA. In this role, you will support project execution, ensuring smooth coordination between teams, and issue resolution for effective project delivery.

Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience in construction project support and proficiency in scheduling tools like P6. The position offers a pay range of $30–$60 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years of experience supporting construction projects, BIM/VDC coordination, or project engineering.
• Familiarity with fabrication workflows, scheduling, and coordination processes.
• Experience working with cross-functional project teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate VDC packages and resolve issues proactively.
• Manage third-party engineers to ensure timely support details.
• Perform site visits and ensure project alignment with field conditions.
• Lead meetings and communicate status updates efficiently.

Skills

Project engineering

BIM/VDC coordination

Scheduling (P6 preferred)

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Scheduling tools (P6 preferred)

Job description

JH Kelly is seeking a driven, detail-oriented, and process-focused Project Engineer – Virtual Design and Construction Process Management to support project execution from BIM kickoff through fabrication release. This role partners closely with Project Managers, BIM teams, and fabrication to ensure VDC packages move efficiently, schedules stay aligned, and issues are resolved proactively. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, excel at coordination and accountability, and enjoy driving process clarity across teams, we encourage you to apply.

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.

Pay Range: $30–$60 per hour (DOE), FLSA non-exempt (overtime 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.

VDC Schedule Tracking & Issue Management

• Track and communicate internal IFC dates and customer IFF dates after each VDC kickoff.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, internal P6 scheduler, and BIM leads.
• Ensure P6 schedule is updated weekly and hold BIM leads accountable for updates.
• Confirm dates remain aligned with the site team’s current plan.
• Track post-kickoff issues including BIM playbook updates, RFIs, trade clashes, and other blockers.
• Assign ownership, track issues through closure, and maintain visibility in existing systems (P6, BIM Tracker, VDC Checklists).

Third-Party Engineer Coordination

• Manage third-party engineers and hold them accountable for delivering support details required for IFC and IFF dates.
• Stay ahead of support detail requirements to prevent delays to fabrication release.
• Escalate to Project Managers when engineering support impacts timelines.

Pre-IFC Material True-Up

• Perform pre-IFC material true-up to confirm readiness prior to fabrication release.
• Request bill of materials from BIM team and coordinate with Supply Chain.
• Identify shortages, confirm lead times, and ensure required materials are ordered.
• Confirm adherence to BIM playbooks and elevate material exceptions as needed.

Pre-IFC Review & Fabrication Kickoff

• Lead pre-IFC review and kickoff meetings with OSM and project teams.
• Confirm material status, work packages, priorities, and fabrication requirements.
• Validate QA/QC requirements, labor phase codes, and packaging needs.
• Communicate release conditions, including any “release at risk” determinations with PM approval.

On-Hold Tracking & Release Coordination

• Track on-hold status for VDC packages or components after release for fabrication.
• Identify ownership, assign due dates, and maintain visibility until cleared.
• Ensure all on-hold tracking is maintained within established systems.

Site Coordination

• Perform monthly site visits to align with project teams and field conditions.
• Conduct field walks, review installed scope and identify coordination or constructability issues.

Reporting & Communication

• Report directly to site Project Managers and follow escalation paths as needed.
• Maintain regular communication cadence for schedule updates and issue tracking.
• Provide weekly updates on IFC/IFF dates and frequent follow-up on open issues.

Process Management & Continuous Improvement

• Manage the VDC support process to ensure BIM teams meet IFC and IFF dates.
• Communicate clearly with BIM, OSM, Supply Chain, and project teams before fabrication release.
• Support shop efficiency by ensuring clear expectations and readiness prior to release.

What You Bring

• Experience: 3 - 5 years of experience supporting construction projects, BIM/VDC coordination, or project engineering. Familiarity with fabrication workflows, scheduling, and coordination processes. Experience working with cross-functional project teams.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook). Proficiency with scheduling tools (P6 preferred) and construction/VDC systems.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Required Skills:
  • Strong organization, scheduling, and process management skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accountability across teams
  • Excellent communication and coordination abilities
  • Proficiency with scheduling tools (P6 preferred) and construction/VDC systems
  • Strong problem-solving and escalation judgment
  • Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and follow-through
  • Ability to maintain visibility of issues and drive them to closure

Physical Requirements

This role includes a combination of office and field responsibilities. It requires extended periods of computer work, as well as occasional site visits involving walking, standing, and navigating active construction environments. Reasonable accommodations are available.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.