Senior Project Engineer

Walbridge

The Role

Overview

Manage engineering aspects of construction projects, ensuring timely, on‑budget delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • construction planning
  • design review
  • shop drawings
  • client meetings
  • team leadership
  • cost control

Tasks

-Project Execution : Ensure project engineering activities comply with company and contract requirements and support overall construction schedule . Provide technical support for construction effort including participation in construction planning and design; interpretation of design; application of construction methods; resolution and documentation of design conflicts; constructability reviews, and shop drawing processing . Develop, implement and administer project engineering procedures and other work controlling documents. -Risk Management: Represent company, project and/or department during A/E, client and project management meetings. -Resource Management: You will foster a collaborative work environment, providing guidance and support to team members. Effective communication and leadership skills are crucial for motivating the team and ensuring that project objectives are met . Manage project engineering and related personnel functions and activities. This includes subcontractor planning and administration , and work assignments. Interface all on-site departments as required to resolve problems, ensure quality of construction in support of overall project schedules. -Budget Management : You will assist with monitoring expenditure , track financial progress, and ensure that all costs remain within the allocated budget. You will identify opportunities for cost savings and implement strategies to optimize financial performance.

Requirements

  • budget management
  • project controls
  • risk mitigation
  • engineering degree
  • construction tech
  • 5+ years

What You Bring

-Proficiency in budget management, financial forecasting, and resource allocation. -Established technical knowledge, encompassing construction and engineering processes, procurement, project controls reporting, and contract management. -Experience in identifying , assessing, and mitigating project risks. -Minimum of 5 years of similar construction engineering experience. -T he ability to implement innovative and effective management strategies to enhance project and employee performance. -4-year engineering degree or equivalent technical training and related experience. -Ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments and adapt to changing project requirements. -Excellent communication and organizational skills to coordinate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. -Advanced knowledge of construction engineering technology, codes, standards, etc. , plus an in-depth understanding of the interdependence and relationship between other functional units required .

The Company

About Walbridge

-Headquartered in Detroit, with expanded operations across North and South America, it has become one of America’s largest privately‑held construction firms. -Projects range from green‑field manufacturing and battery parks to renovations of education and healthcare facilities. -Delivery methods include general contracting, design‑build, construction management, and EPC integrated with self‑performing concrete and engineering services. -Typical sectors include automotive, data centers, healthcare, education, government, transportation, energy, and mission‑critical facilities. -Walbridge has earned repeated recognition as a US Best Managed Company and has won ENR and EcoVadis awards for standout projects. -The firm leverages advanced technology, such as 3D modeling and AI, to identify issues early, optimize planning, and drive efficiency. -Recent marquee projects include Ford’s BlueOval battery plant and the University of Michigan’s mass timber research hub, showcasing innovation and scale.

Sector Specialisms

Industrial

Manufacturing

Chemical Process

Food and Beverage

Pharmaceutical

Specialty Chemical

Oil & Gas

Automotive

Aviation

Commercial

Healthcare

Higher Education

Metals

Mission Critical

Parking Decks

Power

Water / Waste Water Treatment

Advanced Manufacturing

Emergency Response

Concrete

Process Engineering

Construction Management

General Contracting

Design-Build

EPC