Senior Project Engineer

Baker Construction Enterprises

$84K — $110K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent 8 years of construction experience
  • 4+ years of experience in project engineering
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Basic knowledge of construction management software (e.g., Primavera, Timberline)
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to customize spreadsheets
  • Physical ability to navigate diverse job site terrains and handle moderate weights up to 20 pounds

Responsibilities

  • Assist Project Manager in managing costs and scheduling
  • Submit and approve monthly billings and earned value reports
  • Develop and manage critical path schedules for projects
  • Analyze project financial performance and participate in reviews
  • Review and negotiate change orders with the Project Manager
  • Oversee the work and performance of direct reports
  • Contribute to project safety and risk management

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance options
  • Retirement savings plans
  • Participation in company-sponsored benefit programs
Full Job Description
Req ID: 8174
Travel: Up to 25%
Number of Openings: 1

Summary

The Senior Project Engineer supports field activities and spends a majority of time working with the Project Manager supporting project administration on multiple small projects, or one medium to large-sized project. This position often functions as the "go to person," and may have supervisory responsibilities for support functions such as Document Control, QA/QC, Project Scheduler, Project Cost Controller, etc.

Roles and Responsibilities

The Senior Project Engineer will possess competency in the following areas in order to perform his/her role in a safe, productive, and effective manner. Note that the areas listed are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by co-workers assigned to this role. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job.

  • Supports Project Manager on the Management of Cost and Schedule
    • Submits and/or approves monthly billings and earned value reports
    • Manages development of critical path project schedule documents on one medium to large-sized project, or multiple small to medium-sized projects
    • Manages analysis of targets and goals, job cost summaries, and other reports
    • Works with the Superintendent and Project Manager to affect positive change relating to project resources
    • Supports the Project Manager by reviewing and negotiating change orders and tracks status
    • Manages the procurement process and makes recommendations to the Project Manager
    • Approves field purchase orders for standard purchase packages
    • Analyzes project financial performance and participates in the project financial reviews
  • Supports Project Engineering and Quality
  • Supports Project Safety and Risk Management
  • Oversees the Work of Direct Reports
  • Ensures a Safe Work Environment
  • Participates in Training / Certifications


Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and 4 years' of experience, or 8 years' of construction related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Proficiency in Microsoft software programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Basic understanding of construction software such as Primavera, Timberline
  • Ability to understand, customize and modify spreadsheets
  • Requires ability to maneuver in and out of job site trailers and various stages of job site terrains
  • Frequently required to use hands to handle or feel
  • Regularly required to sit, talk and listen
  • Occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms
  • Must have the ability to exert physical effort, handling average weight objects up to 20 pounds

Compensation for this position is expected to range from $84,615 to $110,000 annually.

Actual compensation offered may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, education, training, skills, certifications, geographic location, market conditions, and business needs.

In addition to base compensation, eligible co-workers may participate in company-sponsored benefits, which may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement savings plans, and other company-sponsored benefit programs, subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements.

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