Project Engineer Jobs in Portland, OR

A Project Engineer in the construction industry is responsible for overseeing, coordinating, and managing the technical aspects of a construction project. This includes reviewing designs and drawings, ensuring compliance with safety and building codes, preparing project schedules, and managing project resources. They work closely with Project Managers, Architects, and other Engineers to ensure successful project execution from conception to completion. They are also responsible for troubleshooting technical issues that arise during the construction process.

Important skills for a Project Engineer include strong technical knowledge in engineering and construction, excellent problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills. They should be proficient in using project management and CAD software. Relevant certifications could include a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or Certified Construction Manager (CCM). Prior roles a person may have before becoming a Project Engineer include Field Engineer, Assistant Project Manager, or Design Engineer.

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Who You Are: You are a Project Engineer, playing a crucial role in ensuring the successful construction of new affordable homes....

Structural Engineering Professional Intermediate

  • Portland, OR
  • 17 hours ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 17 hours ago

Structural Engineering Professional Intermediate Location Portland, Oregon, United States Capabilities Operations and Maintenance Office Setup Hybrid Job ID #25533 At Jacobs, we're challenging...

Lead Structural Engineer

  • Lake Oswego, OR (6 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Oswego, OR (6 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 1 day ago

An employer is seeking a Lead Structural Engineer to join their team in the Lake Oswego area. As part of their full-service engineering design and consulting firm, youll lead a small team...

Large Capital Project Engineer 2 or 3 - FIELD

  • Sherwood, OR (13 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sherwood, OR (13 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 1 day ago

Large Capital Project Engineer 2 or 3 - FIELD Non-Union Position Field Engineering-B; Sherwood, Oregon (US-OR) Hybrid schedule available for Oregon & Washington residents....

Field Engineer (Portland - New College Grad '24-'25)

  • Portland, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 2 days ago

Division: Oregon Project Location(s): Portland, OR 97205 USA Minimum Years Experience: Travel Involved: 0-10% Job Type: Regular Job Classification: Entry Education: Job Family: Construction...

Building Engineer 2

  • Portland, OR
  • 3 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 3 days ago

As a Building Engineer 2, you will oversee the maintenance and repair of various building systems, such as plumbing, electrical, HVAC, boilers, locks, doors, and automation systems....

Structural Engineer, PE

  • Portland, OR
  • 3 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 3 days ago

Review shop drawings, submittals, and redlines. Review and interpret engineering specifications....

Sr. Structural Engineer

  • Portland, OR
  • 3 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 3 days ago

Manage multiple deadlines, preparing technical condition reports, repair design, bid documents, addenda, change orders, and other construction documentation....

Structural Engineer Intern, Substation - Tualatin Job Details Black & Veatch Family of Companies

  • Tualatin, OR (10 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 4 days ago
  • Tualatin, OR (10 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 4 days ago

Structural Engineer Intern, Substation - Tualatin Date: Apr 15, 2025 Location: Tualatin, OR, US Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared...

Senior Structural Engineer

  • Vancouver, WA (13 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 4 days ago
  • Vancouver, WA (13 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 4 days ago

Are you Ready to Engineer Your Career? At IMEG, one of the largest design consulting firms in the U.S., we strive to provide exciting and rewarding career opportunities to our team members. We...

Transmission Project Engineer

  • Vancouver, WA (13 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 4 days ago
  • Vancouver, WA (13 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 4 days ago

Actalent is currently seeking a qualified Transmission Line Engineer for a position in the Portland Metro. Seeking a dynamic individual to provide technical leadership, direction, and support for...

Structural Engineer

  • Portland, OR
  • 4 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 4 days ago

. \' Preform and preparestructural calculations for submittal to permitting agencies....

Project Engineer

  • Portland, OR
  • 4 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 4 days ago

Project Engineer** Location **Nationwide** Secondary Locations Job Code **18141** \# of openings **1** ( **Project Engineer** POWER Engineers, member of WSP is currently seeking a Project Engineer to...

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Substation Civil/Structural Engineer

  • Portland, OR
  • 5 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 5 days ago

Leidos is in search of a Substation Civil/Structural Engineer to join our diverse and fast-paced EPC Solutions organization. As a core team member, you will be interacting with other electric...

Regional Project Engineer Asphalt Operations

  • Vancouver, WA (13 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 7 days ago
  • Vancouver, WA (13 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 7 days ago

The Regional Asphalt Operations Project Engineer is responsible for ensuring the effective and efficient use of Asphalt capital resources and is accountable for defining/executing capital investment...

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Salary for Project Engineer Jobs in Portland, OR

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Highest Education Level

Project Engineers in Portland, OR offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.5%
Master's Degree
25.3%
High School or GED
9.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.3%
Associate's Degree
7.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some College
1.1%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Project Engineers in Portland, OR
2-4 years
37.5%
1-2 years
12.5%
Less than 1 year
12.5%
None
12.5%
4-6 years
8.3%
6-8 years
8.3%
10+ years
4.2%
8-10 years
4.2%


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