Engineering Project Manager

Engineering Project Manager

Have you considered building your career at one of Southwest Washington’s premier employers? 

At the Port of Vancouver USA, you’ll be part of the dynamic team that makes us a vital link in global trade. As an economic engine, our work supports 20,000 local jobs. As a convenient hub of marine, rail, and highway transportation, we’ve been successfully moving cargo for more than a century. Our Terminal 1 redevelopment is helping transform Vancouver’s waterfront. 

There’s a reason the Port of Vancouver USA has been one of the most storied employers for 113 years and counting. Beyond offering a meaningful career and competitive salaries, the port provides unmatched benefits and work-life balance. We offer generous PTO, the potential for flexible work hours, comprehensive health insurance, an HRA to help with health-related expenses, retirement, life insurance, disability, savings plans, and more. We value teamwork, creativity, and customer service – and we center our organization on being a rewarding and supportive place to work. 

We are seeking a professional, knowledgeable Engineering Project Manager for a regular, full-time position. 

The Engineering Project Manager oversees the planning, design, permitting, and delivery of the Port's capital improvement projects. This role manages consultants and contractors, ensures projects are completed on schedule and within budget, provides professional engineering expertise for marine and industrial facilities, and collaborates with stakeholders to support the Port's operational and strategic objectives.

Essential Responsibilities:

Essential responsibilities for the Engineering Project Manager may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Management of consultants and technical professionals.
• Implements and assists in the development and delivery of the Port’s capital projects.
• Coordinates major aspects of project management on a day-to-day basis, including contract compliance, schedule compliance, quality assurance and quality control, preparation of periodic reports and the preparation of cost estimates and project budget reports.
• Develops, or provides direction and coordination of the development of construction design plans and specifications for complex engineering projects typical to the Port industry. Certifies with Professional Engineer’s seal and signature that engineering designs conform with accepted professional engineering standards and practices and the requirements of law.
• Inspects Port marine and industrial facilities and recommends repairs, upgrades, and/or replacements.
• Reviews design plans and specifications for conformance to project requirements. Prepares, develops and checks complex specialized contract provisions and design agreements. Conducts pre-bid and preconstruction conferences detailing principal construction features and agreements.
• Prepares complex technical engineering and administrative reports and develops critical correspondence and comprehensive reports in support of engineering projects and decisions.
• Prepares and oversees permitting processes for the implementation of capital projects and maintenance.
• Provides analytical data on project trends in man hour performance and cost, materials and equipment cost and overall productivity.
• Investigates, analyzes and resolves complex facility issues, concerns or trends.
• Develops plans and programs for marketing, facilities, finance, and government relations departments on road, rail, facility planning, and funding and outreach strategies.
• Assists with Port’s facilities management programs.
• Actively supports the Port’s mission and vision and demonstrates values consistently.
• Works effectively as a team player with all Port employees.
• Other duties as assigned.

The duties above are illustrative and not an exhaustive list. Additional responsibilities may be assigned, and duties may change as organizational needs evolve.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited institution.

Experience: Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in project management or engineering required. Knowledge of local, state, and federal building, environmental and land-use planning regulations pertinent to the Port industry. Ability to plan and coordinate facilities modifications or relocations; establish and monitor budgets, prepare and present reports. Experience with commercial buildings and site development is desired.

License/Certification: 

• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) credential highly desired.
• Valid, unrestricted driver’s license required. 
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC Card) upon hire required.

Analytical skills: Able to gather relevant data from appropriate sources; identify all relevant factors or restrictions; apply logical reasoning to determine relationship of variables; develop results-oriented conclusions; test assumptions, observe results, and incorporate revisions or corrections. Ability to think strategically and cultivate an environment of teamwork.

Communication Skills: College level written and verbal communications skills. Must be able to communicate effectively up, down, and across the entire organization clearly and succinctly in a variety of styles to get messages across that have the desired effect. The ability to develop and deliver formal presentations in a variety of settings. (i.e. one-on-one, small or large groups).

Organizational skills: Able to prioritize and organize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints. Must have the capacity to balance both short- and long-term issues effectively and handle many simultaneous and often conflicting and changing priorities. 

Problem solving skills: Logically think through and solve problems involving several variables. Remain objective in gathering information and investigating issues. 

Computer Skills: Advanced personal computer skills with emphasis on Microsoft Office suite, Microsoft Project and AutoCAD.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, bend and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Ability to see, hear, speak, and communicate effectively in person, over the phone, and via digital tools.
• Ability to operate or otherwise use computer systems, software, and standard office technologies to complete essential job tasks.
• Ability to review and interpret information in written and digital formats.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand motions including grasping, handling, and use of fingers.
• Ability to lift or carry objects weighing up to 25 lbs. 
• Ability to push/pull, reach, stoop, kneel, use stairs, and occasionally climb ladders.
• Ability to drive on an as-needed basis.
• Work is performed in an office environment and at various outdoor locations where adverse weather conditions, uneven ground, exposure to moving machinery and moderate to loud noise is common. 

The requirements described above are representative of the physical and mental capabilities that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you are interested in this position, please click the Apply button.

Questions may be submitted to jobs@portvanusa.com.

The posting will remain open until September 23, 2026.

The Port of Vancouver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Port of Vancouver complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

Salary Range: $107,726 - $159,160 annually