Project Engineer
The Project Engineer (PE) shall support the Project Manager (PM), and Superintendent (Supt) as required for them to meet their goals through all phases of a project.
Primary Duties
- Responsible for managing the submittal process
- Responsible for managing the RFI process
- Responsible for managing the change order proposal process
- Provide research, backup support, legwork, data entry etc. as requested by the PM and Supt
- Complete budget revisions and modifications in Viewpoint as required throughout the job
- Assist to maintain a high level of safety in alignment with Abbott's core values
- Ability to combine knowledge of engineering methods, construction methods and human management skills
- Provide support for planning, scheduling and coordinating projects to meet deadlines
- Offer support to the estimating department by soliciting subcontractors for projects as well as managing and distributing plans
- Be the main point of contact for subcontractors as requested by the Project Manager
- If needed, act as a Project Manager when a Project Manager is unavailable
Required Skills
- Strong negotiation and leadership skills
- Understands accounting, financial statements, job cost, and cash flow
Required Qualifications
- Must be able to pass a drug test
- 4-year degree in a construction related major
- Motivated for a long-term career in construction
- 2+ years of project engineering experience
- Preferred experience in TI or grocery construction and fast-paced construction managing multiple projects concurrently
- A focus on following processes and procedures, taking ownership of the role, and not being afraid of difficult conversations and relaying bad news when required
The full salary range for this position is $78,000 to $105,000. This position is eligible for a target bonus.
Benefits: Abbott Construction offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Life & AD&D Insurance, Long-term Disability Insurance, Short-term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Home & Auto Insurance, Family Support, Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation, Paid time off, Time Away Benefits, Paid Holidays, Group Legal, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Identity Theft Protection, Group Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program.
Note: Sick leave accrues at one (1) hour for every 30 hours worked. Accrual for sick leave is capped at 240 hours. At the end of each calendar year, you will be allowed to carry over accrued and unused sick leave up to 240 hours. You will not begin accruing sick leave until you drop below the accrual cap.
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
EEO Statement: Abbott Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at Email: [email protected]
About Us
Skills Required
- Pass a drug test
- Four-year degree in a construction-related major
- Two or more years of project engineering experience
- Experience in TI or grocery construction
- Experience managing multiple projects concurrently in a fast-paced construction environment
- Strong negotiation and leadership skills
- Understanding of accounting, financial statements, job cost, and cash flow
- Motivation for a long-term career in construction
- Ability to follow processes and procedures, take ownership, and handle difficult conversations
What We Do
Abbott Construction is a Seattle-based commercial construction firm founded in 1983. It provides pre-construction planning, project management, and construction execution services across Washington, Oregon, and Southern California. The company works on retail, healthcare, nonprofit, commercial, tenant-improvement, and ground-up projects, emphasizing clear communication, collaboration, integrity, timely completion, and budget-conscious delivery. Abbott is part of the STO Building Group family.
