Project Engineer Entry Level May '26 Grads (Portland, OR)

Description

• Coordinates project schedule and monitors overall construction progress.
• Reviews subcontract quotations with project Estimator. Participates in subcontract negotiations and subcontract preparation. Works directly with subcontractors and monitors subcontractor pay estimates and submittals.
• Finalizes shoring, framework and traffic designs and communicates completed designs to regional or project management.
• Coordinates Quality Control testing and inspection by various agencies and/or third parties.
• Prepares and processes all project closing documentation ("as-built" drawings, operation and maintenance manuals, final acceptance letters, Notice of Completion, final billing invoices, retention billing and obtains lien releases from subcontractors and material suppliers.)
• Oversees the implementation of adequate safety plans, safety meetings, method statements and safe working practices as required by the Company and the state. Must be able to comprehend and follow occupational safety and health regulations, other state and federal regulations governing the construction industry and Company practices and procedures.
• Maintains project files, such as plans, specifications, budget information, schedules correspondence and design changes
• Keeps Regional Management advised of progress and checks subcontractor work to ensure conformity with project plans and specifications. Coordinates subcontractor meetings as required.
• Estimates, prepares and submits Change Order requests to Owner and negotiates Change Orders with Owner. This includes all costs associated with change including, direct labor costs, equipment costs, material costs, subcontract costs and project overhead costs. Maintains current Change Order Log and follows up with Owner approvals.
• Coordinates/conducts pre-construction surveys to identify potential risks. Verifies original site conditions and attends pre-construction meetings
• Prepares, processes and submits project documentation, such as RFI's shop drawings and notifications of changes to owner for approval. Maintains current RFI and Submittal Logs.
• Analyze information gathered at site inspection, blue prints, specifications, proposals and other documentation. Must have a basic understanding of surveying practices and accompanying equipment
• Prepares job cost breakdown and summary of major deviation items. Develops, maintains and monitors CPM schedule, quantity maintenance reports, weekly labor reports, budget maintenance, adjustment reports, production studies, job progress reports and job cost analysis reports. Submits approved job cost breakdown and/or budget revisions to accounting.
• Serves as Company liaison for projects by relaying information (both verbally and in writing) to Owner, local state and federal agencies, consulting engineers, utility companies, contractors and the public.
• Review vendor/supplier quotations with project Estimator. Timely orders contract materials, remains abreast of delivery schedules and inventories all delivered materials. Works directly with vendors/suppliers. Monitors all required submittals (Certificates, shop drawings, catalog cuts, samples etc.) and ensure that all pay invoices are reviewed, cost coded, approved and submitted for payment. Advise Project Manager of delivery schedules and checks materials to ensure they conform with project plans, specifications and invoicing.
• Coordinates material deliveries in accordance with progress schedule and adjust as necessary due to changes. Makes daily production materials lists and identifies materials needed for field crews.
• Assures that details and submittals are received, submitted and processed. Supervises submittal of control data.

Requirements

• Must understand the bidding process and be able to comprehend complex math concepts.
• Must have excellent communication skills to work effectively with customers, management, vendors, utility companies and local state and federal agencies
• Candidates must have the legal right to work in the US without employer sponsorship
• Understands and applies terms and conditions of union master agreements for all trades.
• Must have computer experience using Microsoft Word, Excel and Project. Viewpoint Vista and HCSS Heavy Job software knowledge is a plus.
• 0-2 years experience in the heavy civil construction field
• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering
• Valid Driver's License with clean driver's abstract
• Must understand different signals used at construction sites
• Obtains and maintains CPR, AED and First Aid certification, OSHA 30, MUTCD Supervisor
• Obtains necessary utility clearances and required permits.

Benefits

• Employee Referral Bonuses: Help grow our team and receive bonuses for successful referrals.
• Paid Time Off: Up to 26 days of vacation, 9 sick days, and 11 paid holidays annually.
• 401(k) + Profit Sharing: Immediate eligibility with generous annual employer contributions that go beyond traditional match programs.
• Wellness Incentives: Earn up to $700 per year for participating in healthy lifestyle activities.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance: Low-cost plan options, including Premera HSA (WA, OR, CA), Kaiser HMO (OR, CA, HI), and HMSA (HI). Preventive care is covered at 100%.
• Disability & Life Insurance: Company-paid short-term and long-term disability, plus life insurance coverage up to 1.5x your annual salary.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): As a partially employee-owned company, GBI offers eligible employees the opportunity to build long-term wealth through shared ownership.
• Perks & Community Programs: Charitable contribution matching, paid volunteer time, and retail discounts.
• Parental & Family Leave: One paid bonding week, with additional unpaid leave available.
• Training & Career Growth: Access to leadership development programs, mentorship, and career advancement support.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance