Senior Project Engineer - Mission Critical

Ryan Companies US, Inc.; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Retirement and Savings Benefits

Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Educational Assistance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Ryan Companies US, Inc. is looking for a Sr. Project Engineer to join their National Mission Critical team in South Bend, Indiana. This role serves as the vital connection between the site construction team and project management, focusing on key project administration tasks and specific construction phases.

Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering and have at least 2-3 years of experience in commercial construction. The position offers a salary range of $85,000 - $100,000, with additional benefits like medical insurance and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience as a Project Engineer in commercial construction.
• Strong understanding of construction management software.
• A proactive, detail-oriented, and solution-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager in project administration from pre-construction to closeout.
• Manage project documentation including RFIs and submittals.
• Help prepare project status reports.
• Assist in budget preparation and control.
• Serve as a key contact for subcontractors and architects.

Skills

Project management fundamentals

Construction drawings interpretation

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Procore

P6

Building Connected

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.

Compensation

The salary range is $85,000 - $100,000. The salary base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission and/or an incentive program.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Retirement and Savings Benefits
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
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