Project Engineer ID (0-3 Years' Experience)

JOIN THE HOFFMAN TEAM  

When you ask a Hoffman employee what stands out most about the company, across the board they say, "the people”. Hoffman provides employees with the freedom and independence to solve challenges without bureaucratic second-guessing, opportunities to build the most exciting projects and amazing benefits. We provide health insurance, paid time off, a generous retirement program and highly competitive pay. We take care of each other by offering free primary healthcare to our employees and their families through our dedicated healthcare clinics.  We encourage team building and giving back through community events. Hoffman is an employee-owned company, giving our employee-owners a stake in the company's long-term success. 

Headquartered in the Northwest, Hoffman has been building some of the most exciting projects in the world for almost a century. We work in a wide range of markets; from urban high-rise towers and cultural projects such as museums and libraries; to advanced technology, industrial manufacturing facilities; water treatment plants; healthcare facilities and more. We have had the good fortune to build many of the region's most significant and challenging projects, including the Portland International Airport, Space Needle Century Project, Oregon Convention Center, Seattle Central Library, MoPOP, Colman Dock, Washington Park Reservoir, Portland's South Waterfront, Tillamook Creamery Visitors Center, Doernbecher Children's Hospital and many more. 

Our people take pride in their work, support each other above all else, and drive our commitment to exceptional construction. Many of our employees have been here for 30+ years; people often join us straight out of college/apprenticeships and stay for their entire careers. We are looking for builders with a wide range of talent to join our team; could you be the next employee of Hoffman? 

Salary Range: $75,000 annually, depending on experience. 

JOB DESCRIPTION 

POSITION SUMMARY: The Project Engineer will collaborate with design professionals, clients, subcontractors and craftspeople to address complex electrical coordination issues; this position is on the front line to aid in avoiding and solving technical problems that arise. The PE will also lead our quality control efforts onsite. This includes document review during preconstruction to commissioning and punch list.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Interpretation of construction documents and technical manuals
• Use the latest technology  in their work.  Laser digital scanning, BIM and Bluebeam document management are some of the tool s in broad use on our projects  
• Write and publish meeting minutes, schedule graphs and activity checklists 
• Receiving and distributing requests for information and change documents issued by other offices 
• Organization and filing of record documents 
• Field surveying and layout of control lines and benchmarks
• Information storage and retrieval using computer
• Technical advisor at onsite field construction office
• Ability to access all areas and levels of construction site for work progress review 
• Responding to Requests For Information  
• Lifting and carrying of documents and survey equipment up to 40 pounds. 
• Ability to relocate.
   

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Standing/Walking/Sitting: workday is combination of standing, walking and sitting
• Must be able to climb ladders/stairs: 5% of day 
• Hands/Arms: constant use of hands/fingers for mouse/keyboard/computer use 
• Sight: visual acuity in near, mid and far range vision. Color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, hand/eye coordination 
• Hearing: sufficient to hear conversational levels in person and over the telephone and radio; sufficient to hear alarms on equipment 
• Speech: sufficient to make oneself heard in person, speak in front of groups, and be understood over the telephone and radio 
• Lift/Carry up to 50lbs: rarely
• Bending/Twisting: minimal 
• Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: minimal 
• Constant mental alertness, accuracy, and attention to detail required 
• Must be able to work independently, make decisions, and follow through on all assignments 
• Must use creativity, independent judgment, and organizational and problem-solving skills to determine best method to accomplish desired results 
• Must be able to plan and organize work 
• Must possess strong organizational and computer use skills and have a high level of competency to read/write/speak English, interpret construction related documentation and communicate with coworkers 

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND ABILITIES : 

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or equivalent degree or equivalent work experience required
• Education background in materials and methods of construction
• Experience in organizing technical data in a neat and accurate method. Familiar with CSI specification system for construction
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills: must be able to work closely with owners, architects, engineers and subs 
• Ability to work closely with trade and craft people in a field work situation. Patience and professionalism are essential and being able to maintain a cooperative attitude through high-pressure situations. 
• Skilled in handling several work activities at once while frequently interrupted by phone calls and urgent questions on work in progress. 
• Training in  design document  reading , design specifications,  survey theory and techniques. 
• Highly developed visual observation and interpretation skills. 
• Proficient in the following programs: Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word and Outlook), Prolog, Procore, E-Builder laser digital Scanning, Building Information Model (BIM), Autocad, Navisworks, Bluebeam, Suretrack Project Manager, and Primavera Project Planner (P6)

Application review will consider without limitation the following criteria: qualifications, education, and experience specific to the job description/duties as well as prior experience with Hoffman Construction. Applicants must be able to pass the Hoffman Drug and Alcohol test.

Hoffman Construction is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work being performed by employees. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required of the employee of this job. Furthermore, this description is subject to change at the discretion of the company, with or without notice.

Please note, we are not able to offer sponsorship for this position