Project Engineer

Hoffman Construction Company • Portland, OR

6d • $78,000 - $135,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Hoffman Construction is hiring a Project Engineer to provide technical and administrative support throughout the lifecycle of an on-site, hyper-scale data center construction project. As an integral member of the on-site Engineering Department, the Project Engineer supports coordination among project team members, design professionals, subcontractors, and client stakeholders to resolve field coordination issues and maintain alignment across disciplines. Reporting to the Program Engineer, this role helps drive project milestones while upholding safety, quality, and constructability standards.

The position involves coordination of civil, architectural, and structural systems with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems; technical support in the field; processing construction documents and submittals; and participation in quality assurance, commissioning, and turnover. The role requires flexibility to accommodate changing construction schedules, including extended hours or off-shift work. Hoffman Construction is an employee-owned builder with a national presence and work across technically complex markets.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of Project Engineering experience in commercial building construction.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Bachelor of science in civil, mechanical, electrical, or structural engineering, construction management, or an equivalent degree and/or equivalent craft-level work experience.
• Deep understanding of construction means and methods, trade sequencing, and commissioning workflows.
• Proficiency with Windows and Microsoft Office 365, including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams, and a strong understanding of computer networks.
• Experience with project management software such as Prolog, Procore, E-Builder, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, and Primavera Project Planner (P6).
• Experience with design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and Navisworks.
• Training in design and construction document reading, design specifications, survey theory, and survey techniques.
• Experience organizing technical data neatly and accurately; familiarity with CSI MasterFormat.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods, sequencing, and field practices.
• Ability to organize and analyze technical data effectively and accurately.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Excellent time-management skills and ability to multitask and prioritize amid frequent interruptions.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to work professionally and patiently with a variety of trade and craft workers in a field setting.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills with personnel across departments and leadership levels.
• Flexible schedule to accommodate extended hours or off-shift work as construction schedules and sequences change.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and on active construction sites; climb stairs and ladders; inspect confined or underground spaces; and access all areas and levels of the construction site.
• Ability to lift or manipulate 50 pounds to a height of three feet and carry or push it 50–100 feet.
• Ability to regularly kneel, crouch, or crawl to examine project work, and to bend and twist frequently.
• Ability to work near loud equipment more than 50% of the time and wear hearing protection as needed.
• Ability to safely operate a vehicle and hold a valid driver's license.
• English communication ability sufficient to communicate project-related laws, ordinances, plans, regulations, protocols, directives, and standard operating procedures.
• Ability to use independent judgment, organizational skills, and critical thinking to determine how to achieve desired results.
• Must be able to pass the Hoffman Drug and Alcohol test.
• Applicants must not require sponsorship for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with hyperscale or mission-critical data center projects is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support meetings involving area managers, design team members, subcontractors, and client representatives.
• Coordinate between area managers and subcontractors to help resolve field coordination items.
• Review and interpret design drawings, construction documents, and technical manuals, and quantify construction materials from those documents.
• Coordinate civil, architectural, and structural systems within the overall project scope.
• Help organize and facilitate client personnel training in the operation and maintenance of civil, architectural, and structural elements and systems.
• Review and process shop drawings, product data, and technical submittals; coordinate across submittals to check compatibility and constructability.
• Generate, receive, and distribute Requests for Information.
• Receive and distribute change documents, bulletins, and field directives issued by other team members.
• Support BIM coordination and participate in clash detection and resolution.
• Participate in quality assurance and quality control, including pre-functional testing and systems start-up.
• Assist with commissioning and system turnover.
• Serve as a technical advisor at the on-site field construction office.
• Provide field technical support, including layout, verification, and installation sequencing.
• Attend and contribute to pre-installation meetings and help document as-built conditions.
• Collaborate with MEP engineers to integrate architectural, structural, and MEP systems.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and advancement opportunities.
• Ongoing professional training and development.
• Comprehensive benefits, including free primary care for the employee and family through dedicated clinics, health insurance, paid time off, and a generous retirement plan.
• An inclusive, collaborative, and respectful culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED