Senior Project Engineer, Advanced Industries

J.E. Dunn Construction Group Inc P•Hillsboro, OR

About The Position

JE Dunn’s Advanced Facilities Group brings together Mission Critical, Advanced Industries, and Industrial & Manufacturing teams to deliver large industrial and manufacturing, data center, and semiconductor projects. The Senior Project Engineer manages a small project or an assigned component of a larger or more complex project under oversight, applying JE Dunn processes and tools across project management, administration, and field execution. The role leads estimating, subcontractor and vendor selection, procurement coordination, submittals, scheduling, project administration, risk management, production reporting, payment reviews, and closeout for assigned work. It also supports safety and quality practices, field coordination, project meetings, and collaboration among project teams and tradespeople. The Senior Project Engineer provides training and mentorship to others.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
At least 3 years of construction experience.
Ability to perform work accurately, completely, and in a timely manner.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in MS Office, project management and accounting software, and required construction technology.
Knowledge of organizational structure and available resources, construction management means and methods, project processes, Lean principles, self-perform work, labor productivity, and specific trades and scopes of work.
Ability to assess and optimize project productivity, maximize profitability, lead teams, achieve production goals, and build collaborative relationships internally and externally.
Ability to work non-traditional hours to meet project needs.
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
Must be willing to travel and/or relocate if required.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate commitment to an injury-free environment and support company safety and quality plans and culture; coordinate QA/QC planning for assigned tasks.
Lead estimates for base project work, self-perform work, and change requests; establish scopes of work and identify subcontractors.
Participate in estimating and change management, including quantity take-offs and subcontractor proposal reviews.
Make decisions on subcontractor and vendor selection.
Coordinate purchase orders, material delivery timing, product changes, and repairs as needed for project completion.
Support or complete job setup and project administration in CMiC and other company technologies.
Lead the submittal process to align with the project schedule.
Prepare and manage the schedule, outlining the work plan and sequence for the assigned project portion; provide progress updates to support scheduling.
Monitor site activities, including crew size, self-perform hours, materials, quantities, and equipment.
Participate in punch lists, city inspections, safety and quality reviews, and associated documentation.
Maintain current drawings and specifications; create procurement logs, track shop drawings, and follow up on deliveries.
Organize and participate in project, pre-planning, post-construction, monthly review, progress, and Owner Architect Contractor meetings; prepare and distribute documentation.
Coordinate and inspect work, perform job site observations with project leadership, and prepare daily, weekly, manpower, production, equipment, and progress reports.
Analyze and report production statistics for key project components; manage project risks including subcontractor performance, financials, and resource allocation.
Review and approve monthly subcontractor and vendor pay applications; demonstrate an understanding of owner contract and subcontract terms and conditions.
Lead closeout, including punch lists, operations and maintenance manuals, as-built drawings, inspections, and tracking and controlling quality and costs for assigned scopes.
Use company best practices for building and construction techniques; implement Lean practices and identify, develop, and integrate self-perform opportunities.
Build relationships, collaborate with project teams and tradespeople, and initiate problem-solving conversations about potential issues.
Provide training and mentorship to others.