Senior Project Engineer

Position Summary

Senior Project Engineer based in the Southeast, supporting design‑build projects from design through completion. Responsibilities include scheduling, subcontractor coordination, cost reporting, quality oversight, and project close‑out.

Responsibilities

• Participate with the project team and preconstruction services in developing a Project Chart of Accounts.
• Coordinate with the Project Superintendent in developing a project site logistics plan.
• Assist the Superintendent in managing subcontractors.
• Maintain understanding of the Clayco/Owner contract.
• Oversee the submittal, change‑order, and pay‑request process.
• Assist in generating project costs and Job Cost Reports.
• Contribute to the analysis and forecasting of quarterly Total Cost Projection reports.
• Monitor and record training of all staff personnel.
• Monitor project labor.
• Report and track equipment needs.
• Assist preconstruction services in bidding projects.
• Implement applicable safety, EEO, and affirmative‑action programs.
• Participate in the project’s quality process.
• Contribute to schedule and project close‑out processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• 3–7 years of experience managing construction projects ($5+ million), ideally design‑build.
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction principles, practices, and technology.
• Previous experience leading a successful project‑management team.
• Ability to walk a job site, climb ladders, and scale multi‑floor scaffolding.
• Ability to lift objects of at least 50 lbs.
• Travel required nationwide.
• Background check and mandatory drug testing required for this safety‑sensitive role.

Benefits

• Discretionary Annual Bonus subject to company and individual performance.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k), generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs, and more.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is determined by factors such as education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location.