Project Engineer Jobs in Tacoma, WA

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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Project Engineer (Sea-Tac Electric)

  • Milton, WA (6 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Milton, WA (6 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 9 hours ago

orders, invoices and closeout documentation What you’ll need to succeed… Minimum of 3 years of experience as an electrical project engineer or similar role in electrical construction industry...

Project Engineer, Foundations - Michels Construction, Inc.

  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 19 hours ago

As a Foundations Project Engineer, your key responsibilities will be to serve as a team member associated with project support....

Field Engineer

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 1 day ago

Background in construction management, architecture, or engineering fields....

Senior Structural Engineer (Waterfront)

  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Senior Structural Engineer (Waterfront) - ( 250001O0 ) Description Stantec, a global leader in design of waterfront infrastructure and other large-scale, heavy civil works facilities, is currently...

Project Engineer I

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 3 days ago

Preferred Qualifications: Two (2) years of experience as a Project Engineer or in a similar role preferred....

Field Engineer

  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Overview Are you ready to lead with precision and tackle complex challenges? As an experienced Field Engineer, you will be the technical expert guiding our projects to success, ensuring...

Civil Project Engineer

  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 9 days ago

Are you a Project Engineer with a background in transportation, public works, or utilities projects looking for a new opportunity?...

Project Engineer - Building Market 1

  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 9 days ago

Project Engineers may work as the Project Manager on some of our smaller projects and will be expected to develop the team below them....

Assistant Project Engineer (WMS2)

  • Port Orchard, WA (21 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Port Orchard, WA (21 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 12 days ago

Assistant Project Engineer (WMS2)Port Orchard, WA -- Olympic Region$89,340 -- $114,576 Annually ***Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has a unique and exciting opportunity for an...

Project Engineer

  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 12 days ago

Negotiates contracts and change orders as may be required by the business....

Field Engineer Intern

  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 12 days ago

Assists Project Engineer or Field Engineer in completing their various tasks....

Field Engineer

  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 12 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY This position is an entry level position accountable for providing field engineering project support to Orion....

Assistant Project Engineer (WMS2) Port Orchard

  • Port Orchard, WA (21 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Port Orchard, WA (21 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 15 days ago

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Assistant Project Engineer will: Assist the Project Engineer to provide leadership, management, and oversight to and engineering...

Building Engineer

  • Spanaway, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Spanaway, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 16 days ago

If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at ... or via telephone at +... (U.S.) and +... (Canada)....

Project Engineer

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 17 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 17 days ago

Our talented team has an array of skills ranging from construction management, civil engineering, transportation planning, environmental, landscape architecture and urban design, and surveying and geospatial...

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Salary for Project Engineer Jobs in Tacoma, WA

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Highest Education Level

Project Engineers in Tacoma, WA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.5%
Master's Degree
25.4%
High School or GED
8.9%
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 Tacoma, WA
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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