Senior Project Engineer

Orion•Vancouver, WA

About The Position

Orion is seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer to provide technical, operational, and project management support for marine construction and heavy civil infrastructure projects. The role supports planning, coordination, execution, monitoring, and closeout, working with project managers, superintendents, foremen, field engineering personnel, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to help deliver projects safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget. The position provides technical leadership, assists with construction challenges, and contributes to improving project delivery processes. The Senior Project Engineer supports project engineering and management, construction surveying and layout, cost control, procurement, scheduling, and field operations. The position is Vancouver-based according to project assignment, requires travel to project locations, and may involve extended assignments. Work takes place in offices and active marine construction environments, including sites, marine facilities, barges, vessels, docks, and waterfront structures. The role requires a strong understanding of marine construction methods and field operations, including pile driving, dredging, marine foundations, structural concrete, and waterfront infrastructure. Orion describes its values as Safety, Quality, Delivery, Teamwork, and Integrity, and expects employees to support safe, environmentally responsible work and protect confidential information. Orion offers an anticipated annual salary range of $110,000–$150,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and specialized technical expertise. Benefits may include medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision insurance, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, an employee assistance program, a 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off and holidays, applicable leave, pre-tax health and dependent care flexible spending accounts, and professional development and career advancement opportunities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Science, or a closely related discipline preferred; equivalent relevant construction experience may be considered.
Minimum of 5–8 years of progressive experience in project engineering, construction management, or related technical roles.
Demonstrated experience supporting marine construction, heavy civil infrastructure, waterfront construction, or similar complex construction projects.
Strong knowledge of construction means and methods, engineering plans, project controls, scheduling, and cost management.
Experience coordinating with project managers, superintendents, foremen, subcontractors, and field personnel.
Strong understanding of marine construction practices, including pile driving, marine foundations, structural concrete, dredging, and waterfront infrastructure.
Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, technical specifications, construction surveys, and contract documents.
Working knowledge of project budgeting, estimating, cost tracking, procurement, and scheduling.
Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills; excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to identify technical challenges, evaluate alternatives, and recommend practical solutions.
Ability to work independently and collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams; strong decision-making skills.
Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced construction environment.
Results-oriented approach and commitment to project performance, safety, and quality.
High degree of professionalism, accountability, and personal integrity.
Willingness to travel and work at project locations for extended periods as business needs require.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation, including walking, standing, climbing, bending, kneeling, navigating uneven construction surfaces, accessing marine equipment and vessels where safely permitted, and lifting and carrying objects up to 20 pounds as required.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
Ability to respond appropriately to emergencies and follow established evacuation and safety procedures.

Nice To Haves

Experience with construction surveying, layout, GPS technology, and field engineering activities.
Previous experience providing technical leadership or mentoring junior engineering personnel.
Familiarity with GPS-based surveying equipment, total stations, and related construction layout technologies.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Experience with construction management and project controls software such as Primavera P6, HCSS HeavyJob, Bluebeam, Procore, or similar systems.

Responsibilities

Work with project managers and field leadership to plan, coordinate, and execute marine construction projects from mobilization through completion and closeout.
Provide senior-level engineering and technical support to project management and field operations teams.
Review and interpret construction drawings, engineering plans, specifications, contract documents, and project requirements.
Assist with project execution plans, construction methodologies, work sequences, and schedules.
Coordinate project activities with superintendents, foremen, subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
Monitor construction progress and identify potential scheduling, operational, or technical challenges.
Prepare and review RFIs, submittals, change orders, daily reports, and other project documentation.
Support project quality control and ensure work complies with contract requirements and applicable engineering standards.
Participate in project meetings and communicate progress, concerns, and recommended solutions to management.
Provide technical oversight and support for construction surveying, layout, and field measurement activities.
Review survey data, elevations, benchmarks, alignments, and dimensional requirements; coordinate with survey personnel and field crews to verify layouts and control points.
Support surveying and layout for marine foundations, pile driving, structural concrete, waterfront structures, and other marine construction activities.
Assist with reviewing hydrographic, topographic, and construction survey information, as applicable.
Identify and help resolve discrepancies between design documents, field conditions, and survey information; support as-built documentation and project closeout.
Use surveying technologies, GPS systems, and construction measurement tools as project requirements dictate.
Monitor project costs, budgets, labor productivity, equipment utilization, and material expenditures; assist with forecasting, budget tracking, and financial reporting.
Develop and review subcontractor bid packages, scopes of work, and procurement documentation; coordinate procurement of project resources.
Evaluate supplier and subcontractor proposals for technical compliance, cost effectiveness, and project requirements.
Develop and maintain project schedules, monitor progress against milestones, and recommend corrective actions for potential overruns, delays, or inefficiencies.
Support estimates, change order pricing, and proposals for additional work.
Provide technical support to marine construction field personnel and coordinate engineering requirements with field operations.
Support operations involving pile driving, dredging, marine foundations, structural concrete, piers, docks, bulkheads, and other waterfront infrastructure.
Assist in planning work involving marine equipment, barges, cranes, and specialized construction resources.
Monitor field activities for compliance with approved plans, specifications, and quality requirements; participate in inspections and help resolve construction issues.
Support mobilization, demobilization, and final closeout activities.
Mentor and provide technical guidance to project engineers, field engineers, and other junior project personnel as assigned.
Promote safe and environmentally responsible work; ensure activities follow applicable OSHA, federal, state, local, and company safety requirements.
Participate in safety meetings, job hazard analyses, and safety planning; work with safety representatives and field management to identify hazards and corrective measures.
Exercise stop-work authority when unsafe conditions or activities are identified.
Support compliance with environmental regulations, permits, and project-specific requirements.
Follow company safety policies, identify and report unsafe conditions and incidents, participate in required safety training and initiatives, and comply with applicable laws and company policies.
Protect company, client, project-related, proprietary, and trade secret information.
Perform other related engineering, technical, and administrative responsibilities as assigned.