Senior Project Engineer, Building: Subcontractor Oversight

Kiewit (Canada); Georgia; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Retirement plans with matching

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

Kiewit Building Group is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to oversee multiple building projects from planning through execution. You will manage subcontractors, review contract plans, and lead scheduling, cost forecasting, and documentation control.

This role emphasizes safety, ethics, and proactive problem-solving within a dynamic field environment. The position offers mentoring and opportunities to advance into project management, with relocation flexibility as projects demand.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5+ years’ work experience in construction or engineering, vertical construction preferred.
• 2+ years' experience managing engineers and project subcontractors.
• Ability to read, analyze and identify discrepancies on engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents.

Responsibilities

• Perform Contract Compliance, quality control & Field Oversight of subcontractors on the project.
• Develop understanding of contract plans and specifications.
• Inspect field conditions to identify problems, inaccuracies, and potential cost-saving measures.
• Take corrective actions to resolve field issues.
• Review subordinates’ work for compliance with contract documents; address deficiencies and implement corrective measures.
• Project Scheduling & Coordination; develop and maintain the project master schedule.
• Collaborate with project management to ensure schedule accuracy.
• Document Control & Change Management; handle project closeout and logging/tracking of drawings.
• Cost Forecasting & Financial Planning; prepare monthly cost projections and quarterly cash flow.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team player

Organization

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Engineering

Job description

Kiewit Building Group is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to oversee multiple building projects from planning through execution. You will manage subcontractors, review contract plans, and lead scheduling, cost forecasting, and documentation control.

This role emphasizes safety, ethics, and proactive problem-solving within a dynamic field environment. The position offers mentoring and opportunities to advance into project management, with relocation flexibility as projects demand.