Senior Project Engineer — Fast-Track to Project Manager

Ryan Companies US, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryan Companies US, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join our National Mission Critical team in Austin.

The role links on-site construction with project management, owning key administration tasks and advancing toward a Project Manager path on large, technically complex projects. The ideal candidate has 2–3 years in commercial construction, strong PM fundamentals, and proficiency with Procore and Building Connected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of experience as a Project Engineer in commercial construction.
• Strong understanding of drawings, specifications, and project management fundamentals.
• Proficiency with Procore and Building Connected.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager in project administration from pre-construction to closeout.
• Lead in managing project documentation (RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes).
• Help prepare and maintain project status reports for stakeholders.
• Assist in preparing the project budget and tracking costs and labor productivity.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, architects, and engineers to resolve issues.
• Develop and manage the project schedule with the Superintendent.
• Lead jobsite coordination meetings and ensure safety and quality.
• Manage project punch lists and closeout documentation.

Skills

Project management

Budget tracking

Scheduling

Documentation management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Procore

Building Connected

Job description

Ryan Companies US, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join our National Mission Critical team in Austin.

The role links on-site construction with project management, owning key administration tasks and advancing toward a Project Manager path on large, technically complex projects. The ideal candidate has 2–3 years in commercial construction, strong PM fundamentals, and proficiency with Procore and Building Connected.