Energy Construction Engineer

With more than 100 years of steady growth, UMC is proud to offer an environment where continuous learning, collaboration, and innovation are part of everyday work. We empower team members through hands-on experience, supportive training, advanced technology, and creative problem-solving. Our people are knowledgeable, trusted, and committed to doing what's right-for our clients, our teams, and our communities.

We recognize that our people are the foundation of our success. At UMC, we are intentional about fostering a culture where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and supported. We bring together talented individuals from across the region to form high-performing teams in design, engineering, project management, and business services.

Let UMC be the next step in your career-where your well-being, work-life balance, and growth matter.

Application Process:

UMC uses an electronic application process for open positions. Required documents may include a resume, cover letter, references, and work authorization confirmation. Online assessments may be included as part of the candidate evaluation process.

Benefits Summary:

UMC offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including:

1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance
2. 401(k) plan with company match
3. Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
4. Company-paid life and disability insurance (STD/LTD)
5. Paid Time Off (PTO) beginning at 120 hours annually for full-time employees
6. Seven paid holidays plus one floating holiday
7. Employee Assistance Program
8. Professional development support and tuition reimbursement
9. Employee referral program
10. Wellness program and employee events

Paid Time Off:

Eligible employees begin accruing PTO on their date of hire. PTO combines vacation and sick leave, starting at 15 days per year for full-time employees.

Starting Hourly Wage: $34 - $36/hour; depending on experience

Location: Lynnwood, WA

Classification: Non-Exempt

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. - Sponsorship not available

Position Overview:

Work directly with Construction Manager to help plan and supervise construction projects in energy conservation, clean tech, and district energy using effective communication, scope determination, estimating, negotiation, scheduling, tracking, subcontract management, document control, and forecasting of costs and profitability. Manage teams of professionals from different disciplines and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with engineers, architects, and other professionals to determine and deliver project specifications.
2. Work with preconstruction and energy engineering to determine design-build conceptual scopes for maximum energy conservation and utilization.
3. Create/compile both conceptual and detailed estimates for general contracting services (subcontractor scopes) using RSMeans or other relevant estimating manuals and procedures.
4. Using Quick-Pen and EstMEP, provide conceptual and detailed estimates for mechanical, piping, and plumbing estimates.
5. Prepare or support the preparation of project budgets and proposals (scope letters).
6. Estimate, evaluate, and negotiate change orders with our clients and subcontractors (GC services, mechanical, piping, and plumbing).
7. Acquire, prepare, and evaluate submittals for subcontracted scopes of work and UMC self-performed scopes.
8. Secure permits and licenses.
9. Ensure compliance with building and safety codes.
10. Track, forecast, report labor hours and all associated project costs.
11. Buyout major equipment and subcontracts.
12. Expedite and track deliveries of major equipment/materials (owner, subcontractor, and UMC).
13. Create, manage, and implement master project schedule(s).
14. Develop, maintain and implement strategies based on knowledge of general conditions, work scope and specifications of project contract(s)/subcontract(s).
15. Document and administer meeting minutes of Owner, Architect, and Contractor (OAC) Meetings.
16. Maintain and control documents consistent with UMC Standards and contractual compliance.
17. Work directly with design and energy engineers to drive project compliance and optimize energy efficiency.
18. Provide proactive, clear, and timely communication to all team members.
19. Collaborate with field labor supervision to plan, organize, document, schedule, and execute project work.
20. Review contract drawings, detail drawings, shop drawings, UMC installation models, and specifications.
21. Administer and ensure full compliance with UMC Safety Program for employees and our subcontractors.
22. Adhere to UMC AIM processes.
23. Be professional and uphold UMC Core Values.
24. Regular attendance and promptness are considered part of each employee's essential job functions.

Secondary Responsibilities:

1. Develop and maintain client relations.
2. Support the development of energy models and life cycle cost analysis.
3. Support IGA data collection and analysis.

Required Skills and Abilities:

1. Ability to accurately compile estimates.
2. Ability to lead and foster a positive working environment.
3. Ability to understand and communicate concepts in many construction methodologies and procedures of construction.
4. Advanced organizational and time management skills.
5. Attention to detail - errors and mistakes can result in significant financial losses.
6. Strong written and oral communication skills.
7. Strong work ethic - results driven.
8. Ability to multi-task job responsibilities.
9. Advanced computer skills including MS suite of products (Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint).
10. Preferred working knowledge of AutoCAD, Solid Works, Smartsheet, Viewpoint, AutoDesk Construction Cloud (ACC), Office 365, SharePoint, Revizto, Quick-Pen, EstMEP, Blue Beam (Adobe), Navisworks, and competency is applications of various types (IoT).

Preferred Education and Experience:

1. Construction Management or Engineering degree preferred.
2. A minimum of two years' experience as a general contractor. (manager/estimator/MEP) with a focus on commercial, industrial, and Federal projects is preferred.
3. Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) Certified Energy Manager (CEM) certification and or Certified Energy Auditor (CEA) are desirable.
4. LEED certification is desirable.
5. OSHA 30 certification is desirable.

Required Licensing and Other Certifications:

1. Maintain a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.

Affirmative Action:

UMC is committed to a culture of inclusion and connectedness. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents who we are as a company and what we believe in. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of their education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran's status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.

EEO Policy:

UMC's policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, religion, presence of physical, sensory or mental disability, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy is not tolerated. UMC is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans. Affirmative action plans are developed annually to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company's obligations as a contractor to the United States government.