Senior Project Engineer

Walbridge; Arkansas; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join their dynamic Operations Team. This role offers the chance to work on exciting projects in Data Center, Vehicle Manufacturing, or General Build Construction. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction engineering, with a proven track record in project execution, budget management, and resource allocation. You'll be instrumental in ensuring project success while fostering a collaborative environment. If you're ready to take on new challenges and make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of construction engineering experience required.
• Advanced knowledge of construction technology and standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with engineering activities and support construction schedules.
• Monitor budget and track financial progress of projects.
• Manage project engineering personnel and coordinate with teams.

Skills

Construction Engineering

Budget Management

Risk Assessment

Technical Support

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

4-year Engineering Degree

Equivalent Technical Training

Job description

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Project Engineer to join our Operations Team working on Data Center, Vehicle Manufacturing, or General Build Construction projects.

Responsibilities

1. Project Execution: Ensure project engineering activities comply with company and contract requirements and support the construction schedule. Provide technical support including construction planning, design interpretation, application of construction methods, resolving design conflicts, constructability reviews, and shop drawing processing. Develop and administer project engineering procedures and documents.
2. Budget Management: Monitor expenditure, track financial progress, and ensure costs stay within budget. Identify cost-saving opportunities and strategies.
3. Resource Management: Foster a collaborative environment, guide team members, manage project engineering personnel, and coordinate with on-site departments to resolve issues and ensure quality.
4. Risk Management: Represent the company in meetings with A/E, clients, and project management.
5. Technical Support: Serve as the key technical person on projects, possibly managing small to medium projects.

Qualifications

• 4-year engineering degree or equivalent technical training and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of construction engineering experience.
• Advanced knowledge of construction engineering technology, codes, standards, and interdependent functional units.

Preferred Skills

• Excellent communication and organizational skills for cross-functional coordination.
• Ability to implement management strategies to improve project and employee performance.

Skills and Attributes for Success

• Technical knowledge of construction and engineering processes, procurement, project controls, and contract management.
• Proficiency in budget management, financial forecasting, and resource allocation.
• Experience in risk assessment and mitigation.
• Adaptability to fast-paced, changing environments.

Location: Remote in the US with willingness to travel long-term to client sites.

Walbridge is an equal opportunity employer promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, disability, military or veteran status.