Senior Project Engineer

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Engineer in St. Louis, Missouri, to manage larger scopes of work in construction projects. Key responsibilities include supervising subcontractor installations, managing project costs, and ensuring safety compliance on-site.

The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering, have 2-5 years of construction experience, and possess strong knowledge of construction principles. The position offers opportunities for career growth and mobility.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of equivalent experience required.
• Must be geographically mobile and able to relocate within the region.

Responsibilities

• General Contract and Subcontract administration.
• Construction Scheduling.
• Material & Equipment procurement and expediting.
• Coordination of mechanical, electrical, and piping systems.
• Project cost review and reporting.
• Supervision of subcontractors' field installations.
• Monitor and document jobsite safety.

Skills

General knowledge of construction principles/practices

Strong work ethic

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Job description

Position Summary

The Senior Project Engineer position expands on the fundamentals learned as a Project Engineer. This position will incorporate the opportunity to manage larger scopes of work and employees. On a daily basis you will actively participate in the coordination and management of the jobsite to ensure a safe, quality, timely execution of the project.

Responsibilities

• General Contract and Subcontract administration
• Construction Scheduling
• Material & Equipment – procurement and expediting
• Mechanical, electrical and piping systems coordination
• Shop drawing and submittal review and coordination
• Project cost review, reporting, updating and accounting
• Review of subcontractor applications for payment
• Participation in and documentation of project coordination meetings
• Supervision and coordination of subcontractors’ field installations
• Review and negotiate change proposal pricing from subcontractors
• Prepare change proposal pricing for self‑performed work
• Change order documentation and associated cost reporting and maintenance
• Research and suggest options on construction means, methods and equipment
• Maintenance of As‑Built plans
• Quality control – field and shop
• Monitor and document jobsite safety and accident prevention
• Project Closeout
• Implement all applicable Safety Programs and EEO/Affirmative Action Programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering required
• 2-5 years of equivalent experience required
• General knowledge of construction principles/practices required
• Experience dealing with subcontracts, subcontractors and/or self‑perform work
• Strong work ethic and desire to work in a team environment required
• Must be geographically mobile and able to relocate within the region

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.