Senior Project Engineer

Phillips Infrastructure; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Phillips Infrastructure is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to plan, develop, and manage engineering activities for multiple construction projects, coordinating with internal teams and external partners to align plans with on-site execution.

The role emphasizes leadership, process optimization, regulatory compliance, budgeting, scheduling, and reporting using Power BI, SQL, and Python. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Engineering and 3+ years in construction management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in construction management.
• Experience with reporting/analytics tools (Power BI, SQL, Python) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Participate in and support up to 10 concurrent projects.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure project success.
• Provide regular updates to clients on project status, timelines, and key developments.
• Develop, implement, and optimize processes to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Lead and mentor team members, facilitating knowledge transfer and professional growth.
• Work closely with field employees to align project plans with on-site execution.
• Monitor the work of the engineering firm, ensuring alignment with goals and timelines.
• Assist in budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, company policies, and safety standards.
• Coordinate material procurement, supplier relationships, and quality control.
• Analyze data and generate reports to support informed decision-making.
• Gradually take on more leadership responsibilities with potential to transition into management.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Problem-solving

Time-management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Python

Job description

The Senior Project Engineer is responsible for planning, developing, coordinating, and managing engineering activities for multiple construction projects. This role provides technical expertise and project oversight, ensuring that all administrative and engineering aspects align with project goals. Working closely with internal teams and external partners, the Senior Project Engineer plays a critical role in optimizing processes, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining alignment between project plans and on-site execution. This position supports multiple concurrent projects while gradually taking on leadership responsibilities, with the potential for career advancement into a management role.

• Participate in and support up to 10 concurrent projects.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure project success.
• Provide regular updates to clients on project status, timelines, and key developments.
• Develop, implement, and optimize processes to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Lead and mentor team members, facilitating knowledge transfer and professional growth.
• Work closely with field employees to ensure alignment between project plans and on-site execution.
• Monitor the work of the engineering firm, providing direction and ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.
• Assist in budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, company policies, and safety standards.
• Coordinate material procurement, supplier relationships, and quality control efforts.
• Analyze data and generate reports to support informed decision-making.
• Gradually take on more leadership responsibilities with the potential to transition into a management role.

Requirements

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
• Experience working on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to evolving responsibilities.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in construction management.
• Experience with advanced reporting and analytics tools (Power BI, SQL, Python, etc.) is a plus.
• Previous leadership or mentorship experience is a plus.

Candidates who accept an offer of employment are required to undergo and successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination. This exam ensures that all potential employees meet the necessary health and fitness standards for the role. The examination includes a series of tests and evaluations conducted by a certified medical professional to assess overall physical health, identify any potential medical conditions that could interfere with job performance, and verify that the candidate is capable of safely performing the essential duties of the position.

Completion and clearance of this physical are mandatory steps in the hiring process.