Senior Project Engineer, NA

Vantage Data Centers•Port Washington, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Project Engineer coordinates core project activities across ongoing construction projects, managing workflows and supporting delivery from design coordination through commissioning and closeout. The role works with internal teams, design-build contractors, vendors, and Operations to deliver projects in line with schedule, budget, quality, safety, and customer requirements. The position is based on-site in Port Washington, Wisconsin, and expected travel is 10%, though it may evolve over time. The engineer manages project documentation, submittals, RFIs, change orders, payment applications, purchase orders, vendor scopes, safety reporting, permits, and closeout documentation. The position also supports commissioning, coordinates construction activities on active campuses, and works with Operations on methods of procedure for critical work in live spaces. The role requires translating project requirements into execution with minimal supervision and assisting the construction manager with financial updates and forecasts.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a similar field, or equivalent experience.
At least 3 years of experience as a Project Engineer assisting with or supervising construction projects of increasing complexity.
Expected travel is 10%, with the possibility of changing over time.
Ability to occasionally stand, walk, sit, handle or feel objects, reach, climb stairs, balance, stoop or kneel, talk, and hear.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Data center experience is preferred.
Experience in CSA (civil, structural, architectural) and MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) construction management is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage individual construction tasks, including submittal and RFI processing and safety reporting.
Coordinate VDC-led meetings, document meeting minutes, and drive action items to completion.
Oversee OFCI equipment release, delivery, deficiency resolution, startup, and commissioning.
Ensure compliance with Vantage document controls and file specifications.
Administer project closeout specifications and turnover documentation.
Coordinate internal alignment on document reviews, cost optimization, contract issuances, and design modifications.
Enforce project quality controls and safety programs based on partner contracts and design documents.
Manage the Vantage safety program and provide two HRA site-walk reports per week to the Vantage EH&S department.
Translate job requirements into execution with minimal supervision.
Assist the construction manager with monthly financial updates and forecasts.
Manage contractor billing and coordinate with the Vantage CCF department to ensure scope accuracy and timely payment application reviews.
Manage turnkey change-order review, including timely checks for scope and cost accuracy.
Submit purchase order requests in the financial system and manage their distribution to Vantage vendors.
Facilitate page-turn design document reviews and capture comments and action items for internal stakeholders and contracted design partners.
Manage Vantage vendors to ensure successful completion of their scopes, including signage, furniture, and controls.
Manage design teams and contractors throughout projects as required.
Coordinate construction activities on campus with Operations, develop and track MOPs for critical work in live spaces, and provide customer support as needed.
Support project commissioning by onboarding the Commissioning Agent, facilitating script approvals, and ensuring customer-requirement compliance.
Manage and maintain internal project file storage.
Drive internal and external project closeout requirements.
Assist with upkeep of campus and site permits, update the permit bond tracking sheet, and coordinate with local authorities to keep permits current.
Perform additional duties as assigned by Management.