Project Engineer
$70k - $102k/yr
Mid
Bachelor's
Portland, OR, USA
In Person
Architecture & Civil EngineeringConstruction Management
About the job
Requirements
- A Bachelor's degree in Construction Engineering Management or a similar degree; commensurate experience in the construction field may be accepted instead.
- Computer literacy and strong Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Understanding of plans and schematics.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Must have, or complete within six months of hire, CPR and first-aid certifications and OSHA 10 training.
- Must be available to work flexible hours consistent with a Project Engineer in the construction industry.
Responsibilities
- Assist project teams in obtaining, evaluating, coordinating, and distributing information and authorizations needed to construct projects on time, within budget, safely, and with quality.
- Act as a steward of Pence culture and use company values to guide decisions and behaviors.
- Uphold and communicate Pence safety standards.
- Take ownership of projects and make day-to-day decisions that enhance profitability without sacrificing company values or relationships.
- Mentor Project Administrators, interns, and fellow Project Engineers.
- Mitigate and report project risk.
- Follow policies and procedures and ensure others do so.
- Maintain working knowledge of contract documents, including drawings and specifications.
- Communicate clearly and share information collaboratively among relevant teams and trades.
- Participate in jobsite safety obligations, including safety meetings and walks.
- Build effective relationships with customers, the design team, subcontractors, suppliers, and user groups in support of company values and project expectations.
- Organize and complete jobsite filing; enter timecard data; and take and save jobsite photographs.
- Review and maintain as-builts.
- Assist with project meetings, including taking and distributing meeting minutes.
- Produce daily reports and track labor productivity.
- Assist with shop drawing and submittal review.
- Produce placement drawings for self-perform crews.
- Assist the project team with developing and enforcing the project schedule.
- Perform field quality assurance and quality control tasks as assigned, including field measurement verification, erosion control review, envelope review and documentation, and pre-cover verification and documentation.
- Assist with or manage project closeout, including final jurisdictional approvals, punch lists, owner training, final cleaning, and closeout documentation.
- Manage, maintain, coordinate, organize, track, update, and expedite the flow of project information as required.
- Assist the Project Manager with change-management tracking and mitigation of cost liabilities.
- Assist the Project Manager with constructing the project budget and with project forecasting and reviews.
- Assist with project invoicing, including subcontractor/supplier and owner billing.
- Manage the submittal process to ensure conformance to contract documents and timely materials procurement while maintaining quality and schedule.
- Manage the request for information (RFI) process, review RFIs for potential cost and schedule impacts, and mitigate liabilities with the project team.
- Work with the project team to prepare scopes of work, technical requirements, and bid packages for subcontractor and vendor items.
- Help obtain competitive pricing and develop and maintain relationships with subcontractors and clients.
- Support the project team with quantity takeoffs and estimating.
- Resolve cost discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
- Assemble accurate, organized estimates and proposals.
- Organize subcontractor quotations and ensure quotes meet contract documents.
- Assist the Project Manager in preparing subcontractor and vendor scopes of work.
- Produce contract exhibits and assist the Project Manager in reviewing owner contracts.
- Draft SPO, SPO-PO, and Master Agreement requests at the Project Manager's direction.
- Assure the accuracy and appropriateness of contract text and exhibits.
- Ensure contracts and proposals are properly entered and organized, and ensure subcontractors and vendors are compliant.
Desired Qualifications
- At least two years of applicable construction experience.
- Experience with construction software platforms.
About the company
Pence Construction is a commercial general contractor operating in Portland, Salem, and Bend, Oregon. The company manages construction projects for business owners, developers, and institutions, handling everything from planning and budgeting to on-site building and closeout. Its work includes coordinating design, obtaining permits, hiring and supervising subcontractors, scheduling, cost control, quality and safety oversight, and ensuring projects stay on time and within budget. Pence Construction differentiates itself through a local, multi-city presence in Oregon that enables close collaboration with owners and design teams across Portland, Salem, and Bend, and a focus on delivering commercial buildings and spaces rather than residential work. The company's goal is to deliver durable, well-constructed commercial facilities on schedule and within the agreed budget, meeting the owner's objectives and quality standards.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)
Total Funding
$410K
Headquarters
Salem, Oregon
Founded
1949
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Lane County awarded Pence a $100,000 Stabilization Center CM/GC contract in July 2026.
- Pence listed active 2026 work on Lone Fir Memorial, Happy Valley, and Dayton projects.
- Grove City College's 2024 collaboration highlights brand visibility, but not operational strength.
What critics are saying
- Lane County's Stabilization Center faces annexation delays until fall 2026, pushing revenue.
- Public clients object to out-of-county awards, pressuring Pence's pricing and local political support.
- A project-heavy book creates execution risk if large school and healthcare jobs slip simultaneously.
What makes Pence Construction unique
- Pence Construction spans K-12, healthcare, housing, and civic projects across Oregon.
- Its portfolio includes Redmond Public Safety Facility, OSU, OHSU, and Lane County.
- Pence wins complex CM/GC and bid-package work, not just simple tenant improvements.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Options
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- Paid Holidays