Sr. Project Engineer

Overwatch Mission Critical • San Antonio, TX

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About The Position

As a Project Engineer, you will be the technical glue between design, construction, and operations. This role is responsible for ensuring that the complex engineering deliverables of a hyperscale data center are executed with precision. You will manage the flow of information, track field compliance, and collaborate across functional teams to keep the project on schedule and within technical specifications.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or related) is preferred.
• Experience: 3–5 years in engineering support, construction coordination, or technical project management. Experience in Data Centers or heavy infrastructure is a significant advantage.
• Technical Tools: Proficiency in AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Procore, and advanced Excel.
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail; excellent written and verbal communication.
• Mindset: A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys a collaborative, team-oriented culture.

Responsibilities

• Deliverable Management: Coordinate engineering outputs across internal teams and external consultants to ensure strict alignment with project timelines.
• Document Control: Review and track Submittals, RFIs, and design documents, ensuring rapid resolution of technical bottlenecks.
• Technical Packages: Support the preparation of critical documentation for permitting, construction, and transition-to-occupancy phases.
• Technical Alignment: Collaborate with contractors and vendors to ensure field execution matches the high-spec design intent of the facility.
• On-Site Oversight: Participate in regular site walks and inspections to monitor progress, quality, and adherence to engineering standards.
• Verification: Directly track and verify field installations against engineering documentation to prevent rework.
• Data Insight: Analyze project data to support forecasting, risk tracking, and overall performance reporting.
• Stakeholder Updates: Prepare dashboards, logs, and progress reports for internal leadership and project stakeholders.
• Integrity: Maintain organized, up-to-date project logs to ensure a "single source of truth" for the site.
• Team Synergy: Work closely with Engineering, Construction, Procurement, and Operations to ensure a seamless project lifecycle.
• Alignment: Participate in cross-functional meetings to synchronize milestones and mitigate risks.
• Process Growth: Support the development of best practices and process improvements to scale efficiency.

Benefits

• We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off.
• Relocation assistance is available to support candidates transitioning to the location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level