Senior Data Center Project Engineer

McKinstry

Dallas (TX)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 85,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match and profit‑

sharing plan

Paid time off and holidays

Comprehensive medical, prescription, d

ental, and vision with low or zero ded

uctible options and low out of pocket

maximums

Family formation benefits including ad

option and IVF assistance

Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave

Transgender inclusive benefits

Commuter benefits

Pet insurance

Building Good paid community service

Learning and advancement opportunities

McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or remote

Workers reimbursement for remote work

Job summary

McKinstry is seeking a Senior Project Engineer - Data Center Construction to join our Data Center Innovations division in Dallas, TX. You will oversee complex projects from initiation through closeout, ensuring fiscal performance, technical quality, and stakeholder coordination.

Responsibilities include on-site client liaison, coordinating trades, assisting with RFPs, procurement, scope development, and maintaining cost logs.

Qualifications

Proficiency in all Construction Project Engineer responsibilities.
BA/BS in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Architecture, Facilities Management, or comparable degree.
2 years of Project Engineer role equivalent required.
Knowledge of construction management, commercial building process, and financial acumen required.
Experience on large data center projects in preferred.
Professional Engineer (PE) and LEED professional designations preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as the on-site point of contact for clients, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel as needed.
Support Request for Proposal (RFP) processes.
Coordinate equipment procurement with the purchasing department and outside vendors to order and expedite material.
Assist in the development of scope of work for subcontractors.
Oversee the scheduling and coordination of trades.
Assist with project controls, including reviewing and substantiating subcontractor billings, drafting subcontract and purchasing agreements, assisting with client billings, and assuming responsibility for project fiscal performance with oversight of the Project Manager.
Assist in preparation of monthly project accounting review.
Manage and ensure accuracy of cost issue logs.