Senior Construction Project Engineer

Willoughby Group; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Long-term career growth

Combination of in-office and onsite project work

Job summary

A leading project management firm is seeking a Senior Project Engineer in Boston, MA. This role involves supporting senior project managers with proposals, budgets, and on-site project work for a defense tech client. Candidates should have 1-4 years of construction experience, with strong leadership and communication skills. Proficiency in Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, Word, and Project is crucial. There is a competitive salary range of $80,000-$110,000 and opportunities for long-term career growth.

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of experience in the construction industry.
• Experience with tenant improvement projects required.
• Hands-on experience with invoice processing and budget creation.

Responsibilities

• Support senior PMs in managing proposals and contract creation.
• Assist in creating project budgets and schedules.
• Manage document control and project closeout.

Skills

Construction industry experience

Project management

Leadership skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture

Tools

Bluebeam

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Project

Job description

As Senior Project Engineer, you will work alongside senior project managers serving as owner's representative on behalf of a confidential defense tech client. You will be a critical part of the project delivery team, supporting the day-to-day execution of complex construction projects from the owner's side. This is a hands-on, high-visibility role with real exposure to executive-level clients and mission-critical work.

What You'll Own

• Support senior PMs in managing proposals, drafting meeting minutes, contract creation, and client reporting documents
• Assist in the creation and ongoing updates of project budgets and schedules
• Manage document control, change order processing, monthly invoicing, TI allowance reimbursement, and project closeout in coordination with project managers
• Day-to-day involvement across multiple concurrent, complex construction projects
• Interface directly with PMs, clients, and brokers on evolving project requirements

What We're Looking For

• 1-4 years of experience in the construction industry, preferably as a Project Engineer or Senior Project Engineer
• Experience with tenant improvement projects required
• Hands-on experience with invoice processing, schedule and budget creation and updates, and meeting minutes required
• A strong tendency toward leadership and a solid understanding of the design, permitting, bidding, construction, and closeout process
• Highly proficient in Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Project
• Sharp communicator, written and verbal, comfortable interfacing with senior stakeholders
• Self-directed and deadline-driven, with the ability to juggle multiple tasks and adapt quickly to shifting priorities
• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience ranging from $80,000-$110,000
• Competitive benefits package and long-term career growth
• Combination of in-office and onsite project work
• Travel as required to support client projects
• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture