Senior Project Engineer

Orion Innovation•Vancouver, WA

4d•$110,000 - $150,000

About The Position

Orion is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to provide technical, operational, and project management support for marine construction and heavy civil infrastructure projects. The role supports complex projects from planning and mobilization through execution, monitoring, and closeout, working with Project Managers, Superintendents, Foremen, field engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to deliver work safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget. The Senior Project Engineer provides technical leadership and support across project engineering, surveying and layout, cost control, procurement, scheduling, and field operations. The position supports construction activities including pile driving, dredging, marine foundations, structural concrete, piers, docks, bulkheads, and other waterfront infrastructure. It also assists with resolving construction challenges, maintaining quality and safety requirements, mentoring junior project personnel, and improving project delivery processes. The position is based in Vancouver according to project assignment, with travel and extended assignments at project locations as business needs require. Work takes place in both office settings and active marine construction environments, including construction sites, marine facilities, barges, vessels, docks, and waterfront structures.

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.
Experience with construction surveying, project control points, elevations, alignments, and as-built documentation.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Ability to identify technical challenges, evaluate alternatives, and recommend practical solutions.
Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary project teams.
Strong decision-making skills and ability to evaluate technical and operational information.
Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced construction environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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 job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, including walking, standing, climbing, bending, kneeling, navigating uneven construction surfaces, accessing marine equipment where safely permitted, lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and respond appropriately to emergencies and established safety procedures.

Nice To Haves

Experience with construction surveying, layout, GPS technology, and field engineering activities is highly desirable.
Previous experience providing technical leadership or mentoring junior engineering personnel is preferred.
Familiarity with GPS-based surveying equipment, total stations, and related construction layout technologies is preferred.
Experience with construction management and project controls software such as Primavera P6, HCSS HeavyJob, Bluebeam, Procore, or similar systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, execute, monitor, and close out marine construction projects in collaboration with Project Managers and field leadership.
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 in developing 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 scheduling, operational, and 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 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 project control points.
Support surveying and layout for marine foundations, pile driving, structural concrete, waterfront structures, and other marine construction activities.
Assist with interpretation of hydrographic, topographic, and construction survey information and resolve discrepancies between design documents, field conditions, and survey information.
Support as-built documentation and project closeout requirements; use surveying technologies, GPS systems, and construction measurement tools as project requirements warrant.
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 materials, equipment, subcontracted services, and other resources.
Evaluate supplier and subcontractor proposals for technical compliance, cost effectiveness, and project requirements.
Develop and maintain project schedules, monitor milestones, identify potential cost overruns and delays, and recommend corrective actions.
Support estimates, change-order pricing, and proposals for additional work.
Provide direct technical support to marine construction field personnel and coordinate engineering requirements with field operations.
Support marine construction 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 project mobilization, demobilization, and closeout activities.
Mentor and provide technical guidance to Project Engineers, Field Engineers, and other junior project personnel as assigned.
Promote a safe and environmentally responsible workplace and ensure project activities follow applicable OSHA, federal, state, local, company, permit, and project-specific requirements.
Participate in safety meetings, job hazard analyses, safety planning, required training, and safety initiatives; work with safety representatives and field management to identify hazards and corrective measures.
Exercise stop-work authority when unsafe conditions or activities are identified, and identify and report hazards, incidents, and safety concerns.
Protect confidential, proprietary, and trade secret company, client, and project information.
Perform other related engineering, technical, and administrative responsibilities as assigned.