Senior Project Engineer

Job Description:

Ryan Companies US, Inc. has an immediate career opportunity for a Senior Project Engineer to join our team in Austin!

Do you enjoy working in a fast, fun, inclusive and collaborative workspace? Do you want the next chapter of your career to be with an industry leader in commercial building services? If this describes you, we encourage you to apply today.

Job Requirements:

A successful candidate will possess a 4-year college degree, preferably in a construction-related field. They should have a general knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control, and material pricing. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to perform mathematical calculations, understand architectural and engineering drawings, and navigate purchase orders, contracts, and cost-coding systems. Effective communication and the capacity to assume responsibility are essential. A minimum of six months of jobsite experience is required before transitioning to a Project Management or Field Career Path. Candidates must also be willing to travel and/or relocate as needed to execute projects. Additionally, 1-2 years of commercial construction experience is preferred.

Some things you can expect to do:

• Help generate Requests For Information (RFIs) and track approvals.

• Monitor and maintain shop drawing log and shop drawing coordination.

• Learn project dimensional control requirements while field verifying dimensions to back check the shop drawing approval process.

• Assist in the coordination and tracking of Vendor and Subcontractor deliveries.

• Learn Ryan Safety Policies and Procedures.

• Gain an understanding for overall site logistics.

• Participate in and gain an understanding of the city and jurisdictional permit inspection process.

• Keep office and jobsite plans updated with RFIs and ASIs.

• Accompany Ryan personnel (and Owner) on Punchlist inspections, record Punchlist items and monitor completion of Punchlist work.

• Perform additional assignments per Superintendent’s/Project Manager’s direction.

• Participate in preparing and updating the project schedule.

• Prepare agendas and minutes for the weekly construction meetings and take an active role in these meetings.

• Assist Project Manager with project procurement through development of subcontractor RFP bid forms and bid form evaluation spreadsheets.  Gain an understanding of unit costs, bid form evaluations and award procedures during the bid phase of a construction project.

• Assist in Owner change pricing; prepare billings and review invoices.

• Under supervision on selected small projects, prepare and control budget and schedule, award and negotiate subcontracts, participate in jobsite coordination meetings, review job status with Project Manager, prepare profit projections and complete Punchlist and project close-out items.

• Support the estimating process and learn take-off software and unit cost analysis through preparing quantity take-offs.

• Monitor assigned subcontracts, subcontractor schedules relative to material deliveries and subcontractor manpower.

You really stand out if you:

• 4-year college degree, preferably in a construction-related field.

• General knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control and material pricing.

• Ability to calculate mathematical calculations, understand architectural and engineering drawings, purchase orders, contracts, and cost-coding systems.

• Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate effectively.

• Minimum six month jobsite experience before moving on to Project Management or Field Career Path.

• Willingness to travel, and/or relocate, as needed to execute projects.

• 1-2 years commercial construction experience

Eligibility:

Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.

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)

• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs

• Parenting Benefits

• Employee Discount Programs

• Pet insurance

• Ryan Foundation – charitable matching funds

• Paid Time for Volunteer Events

Disclaimer: Eligibility may vary based on factors such as role, hours worked, employment status, length of service, location, and other considerations. Detailed information will be shared with eligible candidates during the hiring process, and the official terms and conditions will be outlined in each individual offer document.

Ryan Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Notice to Candidates:

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