Project Engineer - Structural / Bridge / Steel

Project Engineer - Structural / Bridge / Steel Tigard, OR 97281

Industry:

Operations/Administrative

Job Number:

84902 Job Description Project Engineer - Structural / Bridge / Steel

Location:

Portland Metro Area

Pay:

DOE

Schedule:

Monday-Friday | Standard business hours with occasional project-related flexibility Who We Are Our client is a recognized leader in steel fabrication and construction, partnering with some of the most respected names in the Pacific Northwest. With projects ranging from commercial builds to large-scale bridge and infrastructure work, their reputation is built on precision, safety, and delivering lasting quality. They are seeking a Project Engineer who wants to grow their career in the structural steel and bridge construction world while working alongside some of the most experienced professionals in the industry. What You'll Do Assist Project Managers with coordination of structural steel and bridge construction projects Review and become highly familiar with detailed structural drawings, shop drawings, and models Support project documentation including RFIs, change orders, submittals, and project correspondence Coordinate with detailers and fabrication teams Track project deliverables including materials, subcontractor deliveries, and schedules Help maintain project documentation, timelines, and scope tracking Monitor project changes and understand the impact on schedule and cost Communicate with clients, subcontractors, field teams, and internal departments Gain hands-on exposure to the full lifecycle of structural steel and bridge construction What's In It for You Direct exposure to heavy structural steel and fabrication—an opportunity to learn one of the most specialized areas of construction Hands-on mentorship from seasoned Project Managers and Superintendents A balanced role that blends office coordination with jobsite learning Growth potential into higher-level Project Engineer and Project Manager roles Amazing company culture with strong leadership and long-term stability Long-term opportunity with a contract-to-hire structure What You Need to Have Experience or education related to construction, engineering, or structural steel Ability to interpret technical drawings and structural specifications Strong organizational and communication skills Interest in learning the structural steel / bridge construction industry Comfortable working with multiple project documents and deadlines The Musts Strong attention to detail Ability to coordinate with multiple teams and stakeholders Comfortable learning and working within a fast-paced project environment Strong communication and problem-solving skills Experience in structural steel, bridge construction, or heavy civil projects Exposure to RFIs, change orders, and project documentation Next Steps Please respond with an updated resume! Call Amber at 503-594-2000 to schedule an interview. #LI-AO1 Meet Your Recruiter Amber O'Donnell Branch Manager My name is Amber O'Donnell and I am a born and raised Oregonian. I love the Pacific Northwest and have pretty much decided I will never live anywhere else!! I love to spend my time camping, riding my banshee in the sand and watching my youngest play softball! I am married to a wonderful man, who has taught me to love unconditionally and has been there for me and my girls. I have two daughters, 24 & 17 and am a grandmother of 2 spunky little girls. Most of all I love to make people laugh, it makes my day to put a smile on someone's face. Being the Branch Manager at Opti Staffing is very rewarding and never gets old! aodonnell@optistaffing.com Connect on LinkedIn