Project Engineer

Job Title: Project Engineer Job Description
We are seeking a Project Engineer to join our team and support a large-scale heavy civil infrastructure project in the greater Seattle area. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated construction professional to gain experience on a complex civil project involving major earthwork, dam, hydro, transportation, and infrastructure components. The individual will work closely with the project team to support various project controls, submittals, work plans, scheduling efforts, estimating activities, and field operations throughout the lifecycle of a long-term infrastructure program.
Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage project submittals, RFIs, and project documentation.
• Assist in developing work plans, means and methods, and construction execution plans.
• Support schedule development, updates, and tracking activities.
• Coordinate with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and field personnel.
• Assist with estimating, quantity takeoffs, bid preparation, and cost tracking.
• Maintain project records and documentation using company systems and platforms.
• Support procurement activities and material tracking.
• Participate in project meetings and provide administrative and technical support to the project team.
• Assist with reporting and project communication across internal and external stakeholders.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 2 years of construction project engineering experience.
• Experience in supporting submittals, work plans, scheduling activities, and construction documentation.
• Experience in heavy civil, infrastructure, transportation, water resources, or related construction projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, SharePoint, Bluebeam, and Procore.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced construction environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Federal project experience preferred.
• Infrastructure or structures project experience preferred.

Work Environment
The work environment involves sharing an office with a construction partner in Renton, with likely travel to the project site near Ravensdale, WA. The position involves working in a collaborative environment that is part of a joint venture for a large project expected to span over five years. The fast-paced setting offers significant opportunities for career growth as the client continues to expand its U.S. project portfolio.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Renton, WA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $100000.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Renton,WA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 5, 2026.
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