Traveling Data Center Project Engineer

Turner Construction Co.; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Construction Co. is seeking a seasoned project engineer to lead critical facilities data center builds. You will supervise junior staff, coordinate with architects, subcontractors and owners, and ensure drawings, submittals and schedules align with the contract and estimate.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with at least four years of related experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in BIM/LEAN tools. Travel up to 80–90% is expected on this role.

Qualifications

• Ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree with at least four years of related construction experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities are required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with BIM and LEAN technologies is preferred.
• Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedules.

Responsibilities

• Liling as liaison with architects, subcontractors, consultants, suppliers, inspectors and Owner's Representatives to resolve plan/spec issues.
• Overseeing and coordinating contract drawings and submittals to ensure alignment with the estimate.
• Managing the project budget and associated financials.
• Handling submittals and shop drawings; resolving conflicts in interpretation of specifications.
• Negotiating and managing Change Orders with subcontractors; coordinating approvals with Architect/Owner.
• Overseeing close‑out activities including RFIs, warranties, O&M manuals, and as‑builts.
• Supervising Assistant Engineers, Engineering Assistants, Plan Clerks and Interns; providing input on performance.
• Preparing Scope of Work documents for trades and developing various project reports.
• Scheduling subcontractor coordination meetings and preconstruction reviews.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

MS Office

BIM

LEAN

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Turner Construction Co. is seeking a seasoned project engineer to lead critical facilities data center builds. You will supervise junior staff, coordinate with architects, subcontractors and owners, and ensure drawings, submittals and schedules align with the contract and estimate.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with at least four years of related experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in BIM/LEAN tools. Travel up to 80–90% is expected on this role.