Project Engineer – Commercial Construction

NW Recruiting Partners

Project Engineer – Commercial Construction

Tacoma, WA +1 location
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Project Engineer – Commercial Construction

    Central, WA

    Join a people-first, employee-owned general contractor that’s transforming the commercial construction space in Central Washington.

    Our client is looking for a Project Engineer who will drive project execution by coordinating teams, managing documentation, tracking budgets, and ensuring projects meet schedule, quality, and technical standards. In this role, the Project Engineer will act as a key liaison between field staff, designers, and owners, translating project plans into successful, on-the-ground results.

    You’ll be part of a collaborative, supportive team that values work-life balance and professional growth. This is a great opportunity for someone with a solid foundation in construction engineering who’s ready to take ownership of key project components in a dynamic environment.

    Project Engineer Responsibilities:

    • Coordinate closely with architects, designers, owners, subcontractors, and field teams to ensure project alignment.
    • Manage RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, and project documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
    • Assist with subcontractor buyouts, scope reviews, and budget tracking.
    • Inspect work for compliance with drawings, specifications, codes, and quality standards.
    • Provide technical and administrative support to Project Managers and Superintendents.
    • Track and report on project quality control and progress metrics.
    • Support BIM coordination and implementation efforts.
    • Assist with punch list development and project closeout documentation.
    • Promote and apply LEAN construction principles across project phases.

    Project Engineer Qualifications:

    • At least 2 years of experience as a Project Engineer in commercial construction.
    • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
    • Experience supporting commercial TI, mixed-use, healthcare, institutional, or life science projects.
    • Strong communication skills with the ability to coordinate across internal and external teams.
    • Proficiency with construction software and tools such as MS Office, Excel, MS Project, Bluebeam, Procore, AutoCAD, and Revit.

    Company Benefits:

    • 100% Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for employees!
    • 401K Plan with Matching
    • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
    • Life and AD&D Insurance
    • Paid time-off and Holidays

    Compensation: $80,000 - $110,000

  • Locations
    Tacoma, WA • Wenatchee, WA