Senior Project Engineer - Mission Critical

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

Job Description

Ryan Companies US, Inc. has an exciting career opportunity for a Sr. Project Engineer to join our National Mission Critical team!

Job Description

Ryan Companies US, Inc. has an exciting career opportunity for a Sr. Project Engineer to join our National Mission Critical team! Ryan Companies is seeking a high-potential Senior Project Engineer to join our Mission Critical team. This role is the critical link between the on-site construction team and the project management leadership. The Senior Project Engineer will take ownership of key project administration tasks and manage specific phases of the construction process with increasing autonomy. This position is designed for an individual with foundational construction experience who is eager to develop their project management skills on large-scale, technically complex projects. It is a direct career path to a Project Manager role.

Some Things You Can Expect To Do

• Project Management Support:
• Assist the Project Manager in the overall administration of the project, from pre-construction to closeout.
• Take a lead role in managing project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, and meeting minutes.
• Help prepare and maintain project status reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Financial & Contract Administration:
• Assist in preparing and controlling the project budget by actively tracking job costs and labor productivity.
• Help prepare detailed bid documents and participate in the subcontractor buyout and negotiation process.
• Process and track change orders, ensuring all documentation is accurate and complete.
• On-Site Coordination & Execution:
• Serve as a key point of contact for subcontractors, architects, and engineers to resolve day-to-day technical issues.
• Assist the Superintendent in developing and managing the project schedule to ensure milestones are met.
• Participate in and help lead jobsite coordination meetings, contributing to problem-solving and planning.
• Champion Ryan's "Safety First" culture and assist in ensuring the highest standards of quality control.
• Project Closeout:
• Take the lead in managing the project punch list process to ensure a timely and successful completion.
• Assist in the compilation of all final closeout documentation, including as-built drawings and O&M manuals.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 2-3 years of experience as a Project Engineer in the commercial construction industry. A passion for learning about technically complex projects is essential.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and project management fundamentals.
• Proficiency with construction management software such as Procore and Building Connected.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.