Senior Project Engineer – Mission Critical

Ryan Companies US, Inc.

. Assist the Project Manager in the overall administration of the project, from pre-construction to closeout.

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project administration, including budget tracking, documentation management, and scheduling within the commercial construction industry. Proficient in construction management software and committed to maintaining safety and quality standards throughout project execution.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Construction ManagementProject Engineering ExperienceConstruction Management Software ProficiencyUnderstanding Of Construction DrawingsScheduling Software Experience

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Hard Skills

Project AdministrationBudget TrackingDocumentation ManagementChange Order ProcessingBid Document PreparationProject SchedulingQuality ControlTechnical Issue ResolutionLabor Productivity TrackingSafety Culture Advocacy

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsDetail-Oriented MindsetSolution-Focused Approach

Tools & Technologies

ProcoreBuilding ConnectedP6 Scheduling Software

Industry Keywords

Commercial ConstructionMission-Critical SectorData CentersHealthcareAdvanced Manufacturing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist the Project Manager in the overall administration of the project, from pre-construction to closeout.
Lead management of project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, and meeting minutes.
Help prepare and maintain project status reports for internal and external stakeholders.
Assist in preparing and controlling the project budget by tracking job costs and labor productivity.
Help prepare detailed bid documents and participate in subcontractor buyout and negotiation.
Process and track change orders.
Serve as a point of contact for subcontractors, architects, and engineers to resolve technical issues.
Assist the Superintendent in developing and managing the project schedule.
Participate in and help lead jobsite coordination meetings.
Champion Ryan’s “Safety First” culture and assist with quality control.
Lead the project punch list process.
Assist with final closeout documentation, including as-built drawings and O&M manuals.

Requirements

What you’ll need

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.
Experience in the mission-critical sector (e.g., data centers, healthcare, advanced manufacturing) is a plus.
Experience with scheduling software such as P6 is a plus.
Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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)
Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
Family Planning & Parenting Benefits
Employee Discount Programs
Pet insurance
Charitable Donation Matching
Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)