Senior Project Engineer, Construction Administration

Socket.dev; Ridgewood (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Bohler Ridgewood, NJ is seeking a Senior Project Engineer, Construction Administration who thrives on solving complex construction challenges and strengthening project delivery. You will manage the construction administration process from pre-construction through closeout, serving as a primary contact for contractors and select clients.

You will mentor less experienced staff and help expand knowledge across Bohler’s design and Construction Administration teams, contributing to proposals,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 4+ years of construction management or land development experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects.
• Ability to solve problems with professional judgment, creativity and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex projects with minimal supervision.
• Oversee the construction administration process from pre-construction through project closeout.
• Evaluate sites and projects to identify risks and unknown conditions.
• Review shop drawings and submittals.
• Perform site visits and construction observations.
• Provide phasing and constructability analysis and support.
• Coordinate with contractors, clients, and Bohler design teams.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Relationship building

Education

Civil Engineering / Construction Management degree

Job description

Turn great designs into successful projects.

Join a collaborative team that is transforming communities through exceptional land development and site design projects. At Bohler, you will bridge the gap between design and construction, partnering with contractors, clients, consultants, and engineers to bring ambitious visions to life.

About the Role

Bohler’s Ridgewood, NJ office is seeking a Senior Project Engineer, Construction Administration who thrives on solving complex construction challenges, strengthening project delivery, and ensuring that thoughtful designs are successfully carried into the field. In this role, you will help manage the construction administration process from pre-construction through project closeout. You will serve as a primary point of contact for contractors and select clients, provide construction insight throughout the design process, and coordinate with internal teams and external consultants to address project risks, submissions, and field conditions. You will also contribute to proposals, budgets, change orders, project financials, and process improvements. As an experienced member of the team, you will mentor less experienced employees and help expand construction administration knowledge across Bohler’s design and Construction Administration teams.

What You’ll Do

• Manage more complex projects with minimal supervision
• Oversee the construction administration process from pre-construction through project closeout
• Evaluate sites and projects to identify potential risks, challenges, and unknown conditions
• Review shop drawings and submittals
• Perform site visits and construction observations
• Provide phasing and constructability analysis and support
• Help resolve construction-related issues and submissions in collaboration with design teams and internal partners
• Serve as a primary point of contact for contractors and select clients
• Conduct and participate in client meetings and provide project updates
• Contribute to the development of project proposals, budgets, and change orders
• Coordinate with construction managers, contractors, clients, and Bohler design teams
• Provide construction-related support, expertise, and guidance to internal project teams
• Provide guidance on project management practices
• Deliver training that expands construction-related knowledge across design and Construction Administration teams

What We Offer

• Exposure to complex land development projects from design through construction and closeout
• Opportunities to strengthen your expertise in construction administration, constructability, project management, and client service
• The ability to influence project delivery by bringing a construction perspective into the design process
• Opportunities to mentor developing professionals and share technical knowledge across project teams
• Collaboration with designers, construction professionals, consultants, clients, and Bohler’s Technical Resource Group
• The opportunity to lead process improvements and help advance Construction Administration services
• A collaborative, learning-focused environment that values accountability, innovation, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
• 4 or more years of construction management or land development experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to solve problems using sound professional judgment, creativity, and innovation
• Initiative in managing responsibilities and coordinating with members of the design team
• Ability to effectively discuss project issues with clients and reviewing agencies
• Ability to build productive working relationships with contractors, consultants, clients, and internal project teams
• Commitment to improving processes, increasing efficiency, and developing better project solutions

Ready to own complex project delivery, strengthen client partnerships, and develop the people around you? Bring your leadership to Bohler.