Construction Project Engineer

Job Description:

Looking to build a career in construction industry? Join one of the largest privately owned real estate companies in North America and grow your career with us. With mentorship, a progressive culture, and clear paths to advancement, ONNI is a place to build your future — not just hold a job.

ONNI Group is hiring a Project Engineer in Seattle.

The Construction Project Engineer leads management of construction documents including drawings, RFIs, submittals, reports, procurement, change orders and other processes throughout the construction project. Additionally, the Project Engineer coordinates between the Project Management staff and Superintendent staff regarding design, procurement, schedule, field issues, and other construction items.

Onni Group (onni.com) is one of the largest privately owned real estate companies in North America. For over half a century, we’ve been building communities for people to live, work, and play — spanning real estate development and construction, commercial property ownership and management, hospitality, and a growing presence in venture capital and technology. Our expertise reaches across major North American cities including Los Angeles, Seattle, Chicago, Phoenix, Toronto, and Vancouver. To date, we’ve developed, built, and now own or manage well over 50 million square feet of residential, office, retail, and industrial space — including more than 15,000 homes and 11,200 rental apartments — with another 28 million square feet underway across our markets. Employing thousands of people across North America, Onni continues to diversify beyond our real estate roots, including through Grey Owl, our technology company delivering managed IT, AI-driven security, and smart building solutions to commercial properties across North America.

In 2009, Onni entered the hospitality space with Level Hotels & Furnished Suites, and our portfolio has since grown to various hotels in Vancouver, Chicago, and Seattle, with plans to add and grow more. We’ve also expanded into dining, with restaurant concepts including Capo & The Spritz and Solette in Vancouver and Chicago, Fora in Chicago’s Fulton Market, and Dialtone, our coffee-by-day, wine-by-night concept.

At Onni, you’ll learn from experienced professionals across every part of our business, take on real responsibility early, and have clear room to grow — whether your path is in commercial real estate, hospitality, or the technology and innovation shaping what comes next.

Perks and Benefits:

When you feel good, you do good. At Onni we put your health at the forefront and give you the choice to select a benefits package that best represents you. From no cost to $11, $44, or $103 per pay our PPO, HSA and HMO have you covered. In addition, we offer:

• Generous PTO Plan
• 401(k) employer match
• Referral program   
• Free on-site parking or commuting support
• Hotel discount at various properties
• Annual education allowance of up to $1,000   
• Residential housing discount after 1 year of continuous employment  

What Will You Do?

• Assist in all aspects of preconstruction, estimating, coordination, execution, and closeout of construction projects. 
• Report to Superintendent/ Project Manager and closely work with Assistant Project Managers, Superintendents, field staff, subcontractors, design consultants, third parties, city officials, utility companies, and other internal Onni departments.

Pre-Construction Phase Responsibilities

• Assist in quantity takeoffs, buyout process, and developing scopes of work
• Assist with cost estimates, budget development, and value engineering
• Research and prequalify vendors and subcontractors

Construction Phase Responsibilities

• Manage document control including drawings, specifications, and other supplemental information
• Responsible for coordinating and attending meetings, and distributing meeting minutes
• Utilize project management software for processing RFI’s and submittals
• Track material lead times and procurement status
• Attend coordination meetings and track action items / to-do lists
• Process permits and city approvals as required
• Assist with change order management and tracking
• Develop and manage various tracking logs including permits, contracts, change orders, procurement, RFIs, submittals, punch lists, etc.
• Communicate with field staff, subcontractors, design consultants, third parties, city officials, utility companies, and other internal Onni departments.
• Assist in BIM Coordination process

Field Responsibilities

• Assist superintendents with overseeing site activities and communicating with subcontractors
• Process purchase orders and track deliveries
• Document site issues, design changes, and potential cost impacts
• Participate in site safety reviews
• Develop and maintain punch lists and deficiency lists
• Coordinates site visits from consultants and third parties
• Perform site walks with checklists to ensure compliance to ONNI standards and project documents
• Occasional travel may be required 
• Performs other duties as required

What You Bring:

• Associate’s degree or higher in Project Management or related field required
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction and building codes required
• Proficiency in MS Project, MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Windows and Bluebeam

Salary Range:

$85,000-$115,000

About The Company:

Onni

For over half a century, Onni has been building communities for people to live, work, and play. Our success reflects our commitment to our employees and partners, and our dedication to quality construction, innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Our expertise expands across North America, with offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Los Angeles, Seattle, Phoenix, and Chicago.

AI Use:

This role may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support research, analysis, content development, design, reporting, or operational efficiency. Employees are expected to use AI responsibly and in compliance with company policies, data privacy requirements, confidentiality obligations, and applicable laws.

All AI-generated or AI-assisted outputs must be reviewed for accuracy, quality, and appropriateness before use. Employees are also expected to disclose when AI tools have been used in the creation of work and must not present AI-generated content as solely their own original work.

How To Apply:

Please apply through the link on the job posting and attach your resume and any other required documents.

We thank all applicants for your interest in the Onni Group. Note that only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.