Project Engineer

Sellen Construction

$84K — $100K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management preferred
  • Experience in commercial construction, project administration, and document management
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and document control software (BlueBeam preferred)
  • Familiarity with 3D design software (AutoDesk Building Design Suite preferred)
  • Strong organizational, problem-solving, and customer service skills
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to multitask and work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with planning and coordinating project activities for construction projects
  • Review submittals and drawings to ensure alignment with plans and specifications
  • Maintain organized and accurate project documentation and logs
  • Communicate contract changes and clarifications to project partners
  • Support change order reviews and material procurement activities
  • Track productivity and coordinate subcontractor schedules to ensure smooth workflows
  • Participate in meetings and assist with resolving technical issues.

Benefits

  • Environment focused on safety, stability, and mental health
  • Equitable pay as the first general contractor with Fair Pay Workplace Certification
  • Generous retirement plan with a 9% employer contribution
  • Paid time off promoting work-life balance
  • Career advancement opportunities in project management and technical fields.
Full Job Description
Description

Project Coordination
Assist with planning, project coordination, and documentation of project activities for one or more construction projects. Coordinate activities and technical documentation for both subcontracted and self-performed scopes.
Review submittals and drawings to keep work aligned with plans, specs, and schedule
Maintain organized, accurate project documentation, logs, and record drawings
Communicate contract changes and clarifications clearly across project partners
Support change order review, material verification, and procurement
Track productivity and build strong scope and cost fluency
Coordinate subcontractor schedules and deliveries to keep work flowing smoothly

Quality & Closeout
Assist with QA/QC inspections and support Indoor Air Quality and Waste Management programs
Coordinate project closeout, including punch lists and owner turnover

Collaboration & Communication
Actively participate in and contribute to project meetings, safety walks, and Pull Planning sessions
Take meeting minutes and assist with resolving open issues by coordinating and communicating technical information efficiently between teams

Safety
Champion Sellen's Corporate Safety Program and help the team stay proactive and consistent
Maintain jobsite safety documentation as needed.

Growth Path
Project Engineers have career pathways to Senior and/or Technical Engineering, Assistant Project Manager, Project Manager, Estimating, and Quality.

What You bring....

Education & Experience:
Bachelor's Degree (Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management preferred) or an equivalent combination of education that includes construction management responsibilities, internships in commercial construction, project administration and document management, sustainability or quality control and compliance, or other construction-related duties requiring a working knowledge of different building systems.

Technical Knowledge:

Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and the full suite of applications in Microsoft Office.

Proficiency with document control and revision software. (BlueBeam preferred)

Working knowledge of 3D design software programs. (AutoDesk Building Design Suite preferred)

Skills:
Collaborative problem-solving skills.
Excellent customer service skills.
Strong organizational skills.

Communication skills; great verbal communication, solid written communication, and exceptional interpersonal communication.

The Ability to:
Communicate comfortably and effectively with new and diverse groups of people.
Learn and adapt quickly.

Multitask and reprioritize work.
Provide guidance, direction, and coaching to members of the project team.
Coordinate work on multiple facets of a project with a highly proactive approach.
Work independently and as part of a team.

This position works at active construction sites in the greater Seattle area and requires occasional travel to attend jobsite meetings or trainings.

Sellen's Project Engineer Pay: The full pay range for this position is $84,000 to $100,000. New hires typically start between $84,000 and $92,000, depending on experience. Sellen's bonus plan is funded based on company performance and awarded based on individual performance, and the bonus target for this role is 5% of salary.

At Sellen, we provide our team members with an environment that offers safety, stability, and a commitment to mental health. Sellen is the first general contractor in the country to receive the Fair Pay Workplace Certification, which ensures we pay equitably. Our retirement plan benefits include a 9% employer contribution, and we provide paid time off that supports work-life balance.

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