Senior Life Sciences Project Engineer - Design-Build Leader

Clayco; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Discretionary Annual Bonus

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Senior Project Engineer in St. Louis, MO. Responsibilities include overseeing projects from inception to completion in the Life Sciences sector, providing support to project staff, coordinating site logistics, and managing subcontractors. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 3-7 years of experience managing substantial projects. Benefits include a comprehensive package and discretionary annual bonus. Travel is required as projects span nationwide.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of experience managing construction projects ($5+ million) ideally design-build.
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction principles, practices, and technology.
• Ability to walk a job site, climb ladders, and scale multi‑floor scaffolding.

Responsibilities

• Take projects from conceptual stages through closeout within the Life Sciences/Biotech/Pharmaceuticals sector.
• Provide high level support to the project staff to ensure quality execution of design-build projects.
• Assist Superintendent in the management of subcontractors.

Skills

Construction principles

Project management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or related

Job description

A leading construction firm is seeking a Senior Project Engineer in St. Louis, MO. Responsibilities include overseeing projects from inception to completion in the Life Sciences sector, providing support to project staff, coordinating site logistics, and managing subcontractors. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 3-7 years of experience managing substantial projects. Benefits include a comprehensive package and discretionary annual bonus. Travel is required as projects span nationwide.