SEEKING EXPERIENCED PROJECT ENGINEER

Cascade Built; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Cascade Built in Seattle, WA is seeking a Project Engineer to support the Project Manager in delivering urban development projects. You will assist with design coordination, budgets, estimating, scheduling, and communications with design teams, vendors, subcontractors and owners.

The role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and adherence to Built Green standards and project policies. Applicants should have a technical degree and experience in construction management; strong computer skills with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field (or Master’s in CM).
• Experience with construction management principles and scheduling advantageous.
• Proficient in reading architectural drawings and specifications.
• Experience with AutoCAD/Bluebeam and estimating tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist project manager in coordinating design team and reviewing drawings.
• Prepare budgets and estimates, track costs.
• Communicate with vendors, subcontractors, and owners; conduct meetings.
• Allocate resources and develop/enforce the construction schedule.
• Write contracts and set project policies; maintain project documents.

Skills

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Estimating tools

Strong written and verbal comms

Good math/accounting

Team player

Time management

Decision making/ problem solving

Read & analyze drawings

Education

Master's degree in Construction Management

Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience

Tools

N/A

Job description

Our Company - Cascade Built - Seattle, WA

• Mid-size, established and growing strategically
• Urban construction and real estate development
• Builds and develops in Seattle's urban neighborhoods building cutting edge, high-performance sustainable/green projects ranging from single-family to multi-family housing, townhomes, apartments and light commercial

Our Team & Culture

• Committed to environmental sustainability
• Values original thinking, continuous improvement and learning
• Hard working, get-it-done attitude, team player oriented
• Positive, upbeat attitude, fast-paced
• Always demonstrates accountability and ownership

Summary

The Role - Project Engineer will report to the Project Manager

Primary Responsibilities

Assist project manager in

• Communicating with design team and reviewing drawings
• Preparing budgets and estimates, tracking costs
• Communicating with vendors, subcontractors, and owners
• Conducting project meetings
• Allocation of project resources, planning and executing
• Developing, managing & enforcing construction schedule
• Writing contracts, set policies
• Other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor

Typical Duties

Perform or assist in:

• Maintaining up-to-date records and logs (including, but not limited to computer, subcontractor, phone, drawing, sketch, contract, etc.)
• Completing RFP and bid packages, review proposals
• Take offs and estimating
• Developing and/or following a six week look ahead schedule, use to anticipate work orders, supplies, and long lead time orders needed
• Preparing and archiving meeting minutes
• Site visits, document project progress with photos
• Monitor jobsite safety practices and set project appropriate policies
• Obtain & post permits as needed for project
• Participating in subcontractor and owner meetings
• Prepare, review and maintain appropriate project documents (RFI, shop drawing, submittal, work orders, change orders, etc.)
• Project punch list creation & follow-thru
• Preparation and delivery of Built Green, close out and owner's manuals
• Other duties as assigned

Job Skills And Abilities

• Computer knowledge and efficiency with Microsoft Office required, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, estimating tools a plus
• Thorough understanding of industry
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good math/accounting skills
• Mind for construction concepts and ability to remember details
• Functions effectively as part of a team
• Dependability
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Strong decision making/problem solving skills
• Ability to read and analyze architectural drawings and specification
• Master's degree in Construction Management or Bachelor's degree plus 2 years work experience

Benefits

• Medical and Dental coverage
• Paid vacations
• Paid holidays
• Competitive wages
• Great working environment that recognizes individuals that go the extra mile for the company