Project Engineer - Harder Mechanical Contractors
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 18, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 15, 2026.
Harder Mechanical is one of the nation’s largest mechanical contractors with an outstanding reputation for working safely, meeting tough schedules, and delivering quality projects. Based in Portland Oregon, we work primarily in the 11-western states with regional offices in Reno, NV; Phoenix, AZ; Concord, CA; and Salt Lake City, UT.
As a Project Engineer, you will be working in one of these market sectors: Commercial Buildings (healthcare, higher education, mission critical, and retail), Advanced Technology (semiconductor manufacturing, renewable energy), or Industrial (pulp and paper manufacturing).
Successful projects do not complete themselves. Our team of curious and passionate people build on Harder's reputation every day through their actions. We offer professional development opportunities, industry-leading benefits, and the chance to work on projects that will change the built environment forever. Find out more at www.harder.com.
We have immediate openings for talented Project Engineers with experience managing construction projects ranging from $250,000 - $15 million or more.
What you’ll be doing:
You will be responsible for planning, scheduling, and executing a specific scope of the project you are assigned to at Harder. You will coordinate with field labor to ensure the work is completed safely, on schedule, and up to Harder Mechanical's quality standards.
Project Engineers at Harder perform the following daily tasks:
- Review construction drawings and compile project scope and quantities
- Resolve engineering issues and constraints through communication with design engineers, owner representatives, and fellow team members
- Monitor field construction and ensure compliance with construction plans and specifications
- Engage in work sequence planning
- Prepare and monitor work packages, including labor and cost estimates
- Track construction progress and update status weekly
- Organize project records in an effective document control system
- Mentor new engineers in their roles, taking responsibility for their training and development
- Assist the project manager in additional duties as required
- Estimate future work
What you will need to be successful in this role:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office & Bluebeam - intermediate skills in Excel
- Knowledge of mechanical systems, and experience reading mechanical and plumbing drawings
- Ability to communicate with a broad spectrum of people including suppliers, field crews, designers, and owners
- Self-starter, motivated and takes initiative
- Organized and productive
- Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks on an ongoing basis
- Relentless commitment to teamwork and client satisfaction
- Interest in LEAN construction principles
- Ability to travel to other regions to gain exposure to additional markets and industries
- Must have valid driver license
- Mechanical aptitude
Education/Experience:
- 3-10 years of construction management experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Business Management, Mechanical, Industrial, Civil Engineering and/or equivalent experience or education
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits - 100% of employee premiums are paid by the company
- Generous retirement package includes: 10% retirement contribution made by the company and a company match up to 2% of your annual salary
- Profit sharing
- Discretionary annual bonus
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Harder University training and development, as well as other paid professional development opportunities
Team environment that promotes individual growth
This position is salaried. No recruiters. No phone calls, please.
About Harder
Harder Mechanical Contractors is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local nondiscrimination laws. Our hiring policy reflects and affirms Harder’s commitment to the principles of fair employment. Harder does not discriminate regarding the terms and conditions of employment based on any characteristic protected by federal, state or local nondiscrimination laws.
It is Harder’s policy to maintain a drug and alcohol-free work environment. Employment offers are conditional upon successfully passing a drug and alcohol test, background checks, reference checks, and as required by law, regardless of citizenship or national origin, documented proof of authorization to work in the United States.