Senior Project Engineer - Mission Critical

Job Summary

Ryan Companies US, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join their National Mission Critical team. This role is critical to the success of large-scale, technically complex projects.

About the Role

This position is designed for an individual with foundational construction experience who is eager to develop their project management skills on large-scale, technically complex projects. It is a direct career path to a Project Manager role.

Responsibilities

• Project Management Support: Assist the Project Manager in the overall administration of the project, from pre-construction to closeout.
• Financial & Contract Administration: Assist in preparing and controlling the project budget by actively tracking job costs and labor productivity. Help prepare detailed bid documents and participate in the subcontractor buyout and negotiation process. Process and track change orders, ensuring all documentation is accurate and complete.
• On-Site Coordination & Execution: Serve as a key point of contact for subcontractors, architects, and engineers to resolve day-to-day technical issues. Assist the Superintendent in developing and managing the project schedule to ensure milestones are met. Participate in and help lead jobsite coordination meetings, contributing to problem-solving and planning.
• Project Closeout: Take the lead in managing the project punch list process to ensure a timely and successful completion. Assist in the compilation of all final closeout documentation, including as-built drawings and O&M manuals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 2-3 years of experience as a Project Engineer in the commercial construction industry.
• A passion for learning about technically complex projects is essential.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and project management fundamentals.
• Proficiency with construction management software such as Procore and Building Connected.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• A proactive, detail-oriented, and solution-focused mindset with the ambition to grow into a Project Manager role.

Desired Qualities

• Experience in the mission-critical sector (e.g., data centers, healthcare, advanced manufacturing).
• Experience with scheduling software such as P6.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Retirement and Savings Benefits
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
• Parenting Benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Discount Programs
• Pet insurance
• Ryan Foundation – charitable matching funds
• Paid Time for Volunteer Events

Pay

The salary range is $85,000 - $100,000. The salary base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission and/or an incentive program.

Schedule

N/A

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement and Savings
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
• Parenting Benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Discount Programs
• Pet insurance
• Ryan Foundation – charitable matching funds
• Paid Time for Volunteer Events