Senior Project Engineer - Mission Critical

Ryan Companies US, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Retirement and Savings Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Educational Assistance

Employee Assistance Programs

Pet insurance

Job summary

Ryan Companies US, Inc. is looking for a Senior Project Engineer in Chicago, Illinois to join our National Mission Critical team. This role involves critical support to the construction team, ownership of project administration tasks, and managing phases of construction.

Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field, 2-3 years of commercial construction experience, and proficiency in construction management software. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience as a Project Engineer in commercial construction.
• Strong understanding of project management fundamentals.
• Detail-oriented with ambition for a Project Manager role.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager in project administration.
• Manage project documentation and budget tracking.
• Serve as a contact point for subcontractors and architects.
• Champion safety standards and quality control.

Skills

Project Management

Construction Drawings Understanding

Organization

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Procore

Building Connected

P6 (Preferred)

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!

Ryan Companies is seeking a 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.
• A proactive, detail-oriented, and solution-focused mindset with the ambition to grow into a Project Manager role.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the mission-critical sector (e.g., data centers, healthcare, advanced manufacturing).
• Experience with scheduling software such as P6.

Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Retirement and Savings BenefitsFlexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
• Parenting Benefits
• Employee Discount Programs
• Pet insurance
• Ryan Foundation - charitable matching funds
• Paid Time for Volunteer Events

Disclaimer: Eligibility may vary based on factors such as role, hours worked, employment status, length of service, location, and other considerations. Detailed information will be shared with eligible candidates during the hiring process, and the official terms and conditions will be outlined in each individual offer document.

Ryan Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.