Senior Project Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Project Engineer Job Description

The Senior Project Engineer plays a key role in delivering large-scale, mission-critical construction projects by acting as a vital link between field operations and project management. This role focuses on coordinating technical and logistical aspects of the project, ensuring effective communication among stakeholders, and supporting the successful execution of complex commercial construction work from inception through closeout.

• Serve as the primary liaison between field operations and project management to ensure alignment on project goals, timelines, and deliverables.
• Manage the full lifecycle of Requests for Information (RFIs), including preparation, submission, tracking, and resolution to maintain project momentum.
• Coordinate submittals with subcontractors and design teams, ensuring timely review, approval, and distribution of project documentation.
• Collaborate closely with subcontractors, design teams, and internal stakeholders to resolve technical issues and maintain clear communication across all parties.
• Track project budgets, monitor cost performance, and support the management of change orders to maintain financial control and transparency.
• Assist in project scheduling efforts by updating timelines, monitoring milestones, and identifying potential risks or delays.
• Support estimation activities by contributing to quantity takeoffs, scope reviews, and cost evaluations for commercial construction projects.
• Review and interpret construction drawings and specifications to identify requirements, clarify design intent, and support field implementation.
• Provide technical support related to mechanical and electrical aspects of the project in coordination with engineering and design teams.
• Utilize construction management software, including Procore and Building Connected, to manage project documentation, workflows, and communication.
• Maintain organized project records, logs, and reports to support effective project tracking and reporting.
• Oversee project closeout activities, including punch lists, final documentation, and turnover packages to ensure a smooth and complete project handover.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with internal teams, subcontractors, and design partners to foster collaboration and problem-solving.
• Identify issues proactively and propose solutions that support project quality, schedule, and budget objectives.
• Demonstrate ambition to grow into a Project Manager role by taking on increasing responsibility, supporting leadership tasks, and contributing to continuous improvement.

• Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 23 years of experience as a Project Engineer in the commercial construction industry.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and project management fundamentals.
• Hands-on experience with large-scale, mission-critical construction projects or similarly complex commercial construction work.
• Proficiency with construction management software such as Procore and Building Connected.
• Experience with project engineering, project coordination, and construction management processes.
• Ability to manage RFIs, submittals, budgets, and change orders accurately and efficiently.
• Solid knowledge of mechanical and electrical aspects of commercial construction projects.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration with field teams, subcontractors, and design professionals.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and solution-focused mindset.
• Demonstrated passion for learning about technically complex projects.

• Background in mechanical engineering or electrical engineering within a construction context is beneficial.
• Experience using Procore, Building Connected, and other construction management tools to streamline project coordination.
• Familiarity with estimation practices, including quantity takeoffs and scope reviews for commercial construction.
• Ability to interpret and apply design concepts in coordination with architects, engineers, and field personnel.
• Strong interest in career progression with a clear ambition to grow into a Project Manager role.
• Capacity to thrive within a structured team environment that emphasizes collaboration and support.
• Comfort working on mission-critical facilities where reliability, precision, and quality are paramount.

The work environment features a strong team and support structure, providing clear opportunities for career progression, particularly into a Project Manager role. The role is based in a mission-critical commercial construction setting, involving close collaboration with field operations, project management, subcontractors, and design teams. Typical work expectations include working more than 60 hours per week, with travel rotations structured as 10 days on followed by 4 days off. Work is performed using modern construction management technologies such as Procore and Building Connected, with frequent interaction on active construction sites and in project office settings. The culture emphasizes teamwork, technical excellence, and continuous learning, supporting professional growth on technically complex projects.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $140000.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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