Construction Project Engineer

About the role

Location: Lacey, WA – Full‑time, in‑office position with periodic project travel (remote and hybrid work are not available). The Construction Project Engineer functions as an Assistant Project Manager, providing technical coordination and documentation that keeps fast‑moving commercial design‑build projects progressing from preconstruction through fabrication, installation, and closeout. This is a technical, office‑based role; it is not client‑facing sales, does not carry independent budget authority, and has no direct reports. Periodic travel may be required for site surveys, project visits, or field verification.

Responsibilities

• Process and track RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and related approvals.
• Maintain drawing logs, current construction sets, and project records in Procore.
• Review architectural and construction drawings to understand and communicate scope.
• Send drawings and project information to subcontractors and vendors for pricing.
• Assist with subcontractor coordination, scopes, bid comparisons, purchase orders, and change documentation.
• Track materials, long‑lead items, deliveries, milestones, and action items.
• Support the Project Manager with schedules, look‑aheads, and progress tracking.
• Prepare meeting notes and follow up on assigned tasks.
• Support permitting, inspections, punch lists, warranties, and closeout records.
• Coordinate technical information with office, fabrication, and field teams.
• Visit project sites periodically to document conditions, progress, or quality.

Required Qualifications

• At least two years of relevant construction project engineering, project coordination, architecture, or related experience; a construction‑management or engineering degree may substitute for some experience.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience processing or coordinating RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and change documentation.
• Working knowledge of Procore or comparable construction project‑management software.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam or a comparable document‑review platform.
• Strong written communication and document‑control skills.
• High level of organization, accuracy, and follow‑through.
• Ability to manage changing priorities and support multiple fast‑moving projects.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel periodically.
• Ability to work full‑time from the Lacey office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with casino, hospitality, tenant‑improvement, or occupied‑facility construction.
• Familiarity with millwork, custom casework, specialty interiors, or fabrication.
• Experience creating or updating schedules in Microsoft Project.
• Familiarity with Revit and ability to navigate architectural models.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.

Pay and Benefits

• Hourly rate: $36 – $44 per hour, depending on experience.
• Full‑time, W‑2 employment.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Seven paid holidays.
• Paid sick leave accrued according to applicable state law.
• PTO: one week after one year of service; two weeks after two to four years; three weeks after five or more years.
• Growth path toward Project Manager with direct exposure to design, architecture, fabrication, construction, and field installation.

Why Join I-5 Design Build?

This role offers the opportunity to learn how complex design‑build projects come together, not just an isolated part of the process. You will work alongside experienced project managers, designers, architects, engineers, fabricators, and construction leaders who collaborate quickly on solutions. I-5 values communication, accountability, and people who make work easier for those around them. As your technical knowledge and ownership grow, the position provides a clear path toward project management. If you can read plans, organize technical information, and keep important details from falling through the cracks, apply today.