Sr Project Engineer
About The Position
Are you a rising construction professional ready to deepen your impact? Bauer Design Build is looking for a Senior Project Engineer who’s ready to elevate their career by taking ownership of key project functions and supporting the successful delivery of complex construction projects. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, team-driven environment and is eager to grow in project management and field execution. As a Sr. PE, you'll be responsible for ensuring technical execution, tracking budgets, supporting scheduling and procurement, and managing communication between office and field teams. You’ll work alongside seasoned professionals while contributing to an environment where collaboration and accountability are the norm—not the exception. We’re not just building projects, we’re building a culture of excellence, respect, and support. At Bauer, people matter. We take pride in developing our team through hands-on mentorship, continuous learning, and a culture of transparency. Our tight-knit teams celebrate wins, solve problems together, and have each other’s backs. We don’t just talk about culture, we live it, and it’s a big reason why we’ve been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work multiple years in a row.
Requirements
- Successful performance in a Project Engineer role with progressively increasing responsibility.
- 3+ years of commercial construction experience with a general contractor preferred.
- Experience supporting contract administration, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and project documentation.
- Exposure to estimating, subcontractor coordination, buyout activities, and field operations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Project)
- Experience with Procore and Bluebeam
- Strong organizational and technical coordination skills
- Growing leadership and decision-making confidence
Responsibilities
- Assist with change orders and contract documentation.
- Ensure compliance with contract terms under the guidance of the Project Manager.
- Help track budgets and forecast costs.
- Support subcontractor buyout and financial management efforts.
- Track and support regulatory approvals.
- Communicate with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) to maintain compliance.
- Assist in maintaining evolving estimates and evaluating subcontractor bids.
- Review and monitor project schedules.
- Coordinate with field teams to ensure alignment with milestones.
- Help prepare subcontract agreements and procurement documentation.
- Ensure strategies align with project scope and deadlines.
- Lead the submittal process and coordinate drawing/specification reviews.
- Track bulletins, manage work authorizations, and support Owner/Architect/Contractor (OAC) meetings.
- Assist with closeout documents, punch list tracking, and final walkthroughs.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off, paid holidays, and sick leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Professional development opportunities
- Company-paid or reimbursed cell phone (position-specific)
- Company vehicle, auto allowance, or mileage reimbursement (position-specific)
- Additional voluntary benefits available
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
