Project Engineer

CareerPaths NW•Kent, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Our client is a full-service HVAC, building automation, chiller, and retrofit contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality consulting services paired with customized energy solutions. Their integrated, single-source approach includes turnkey in-house capabilities, design assistance, engineering applications, and automated control systems. As part of a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, our client is deeply committed to the well-being of its employees, offering a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability income, 401(k) Savings Plans, Roth Retirement Savings Plan, Deferred Compensation, and employee assistance and wellness programs. Employees also enjoy 80 hours of vacation time, 56 hours of sick time per year, and 9 paid company holidays per calendar year. Our client is seeking a skilled and motivated Project Engineer to join their team. In this role, you will play a critical part in planning, coordinating, and managing commercial HVAC retrofit projects while supporting larger HVAC and building-controls initiatives. This position is essential to ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, business management, or a related field.
At least three years of experience in commercial HVAC or building controls.
Experience supporting or managing HVAC retrofit or mechanical-construction projects.
Knowledge of submittals, RFIs, change orders, proposals, scopes of work, and project scheduling.
Experience coordinating contractors, subcontractors, engineers, vendors, and field personnel.
Understanding of HVAC preventive-maintenance schedules and operations.
Ability to review mechanical plans, specifications, and equipment submittals.
Strong verbal, written, listening, and telephone communication skills.
Professional and customer-focused demeanor.
Ability to manage a high volume of work with accuracy.
Strong organization, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to adjust to changing priorities and work independently.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Valid driver's license and ability to satisfy company motor-vehicle requirements.

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and manage smaller commercial HVAC retrofit projects.
Support Project Managers with larger HVAC and building-controls projects.
Develop, update, and maintain project schedules.
Prepare and manage design submittals, RFIs, change orders, and scopes of work.
Coordinate designers, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel.
Ensure required design and installation information is accurate and delivered on time.
Review subcontractor and engineering performance and provide feedback to the Project Manager.
Partner with the Quality Control Manager to prepare, review, and update required documentation.
Review and approve design submittals for compliance with project requirements.
Coordinate the purchase of materials, equipment, supplies, and subcontracted services.
Maintain appropriate inventory control for project materials and consumable supplies.
Communicate with clients and internal teams to keep projects organized and on schedule.
Anticipate project needs and resolve problems with an appropriate sense of urgency.