Senior Project Engineer

EWI Recruitment; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

EWI Recruitment in Virginia is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead complex engineering projects from concept through to completion.

You will own project performance, manage scope, budgets and schedules, and coordinate multidisciplinary design, construction and commissioning with contractors, suppliers and clients.

The role emphasizes quality, safety and continuous improvement, with opportunities for professional development and progression within a dynamic, regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
• Experience delivering engineering or capital projects.
• Registration status advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and delivery of engineering projects from scope to handover.
• Develop programmes, cost estimates, risk registers and resources.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary design, engineering and construction.
• Review drawings, specs and design changes.
• Monitor progress against objectives including quality and costs.
• Identify and manage technical, commercial, operational and HSE risks.
• Collaborate with contractors and suppliers to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Prepare progress reports and communicate status to stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Engineering knowledge

Contractor coordination

Risk management

Quality assurance

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Senior Project Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer to lead the successful delivery of complex engineering projects from concept through to completion. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically capable professional who can combine strong project management skills with sound engineering judgement and a commitment to quality, safety and continuous improvement.

Working collaboratively with internal teams, contractors, suppliers and clients, you will take ownership of project performance, ensuring that agreed objectives, timescales, budgets and technical standards are achieved. You will be comfortable managing multiple priorities and providing clear, practical guidance throughout the project lifecycle.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the planning, coordination and delivery of engineering projects from initial scope to handover.
• Develop project programmes, cost estimates, risk registers and resource plans.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary design, engineering and construction activities.
• Review technical documentation, drawings, specifications and design changes.
• Monitor progress, quality, costs and performance against agreed project objectives.
• Identify and manage technical, commercial, operational and health and safety risks.
• Work closely with contractors and suppliers to ensure compliance with requirements.
• Prepare clear progress reports and communicate project status to key stakeholders.
• Support commissioning, testing, snagging and final project handover.
• Promote a positive safety culture and contribute to process and engineering improvements.

About you

You will hold a degree or equivalent qualification in an engineering discipline and have substantial experience delivering engineering or capital projects. Professional registration, or a commitment to achieving it, would be advantageous. Experience working in a regulated, technical or industrial environment is desirable.

You should have strong knowledge of project controls, engineering standards, risk management and contractor coordination. Excellent communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills are essential, along with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. You will be organised, commercially aware and confident making decisions in a changing environment.

What is offered

The role offers the opportunity to work on varied, high-value projects within a supportive and professional environment. A competitive salary and benefits package will be provided, alongside opportunities for professional development and career progression.