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Senior Project Engineer

Ryan Companies US, Inc.
Milwaukee, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 5/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/28/2026

Job Description:

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

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

To be successful in this role, you must have at least 2-4 years of successful commercial construction experience in a design-build environment. A bachelor's degree in construction engineering/management is required. You must be able to read and understand engineering drawings, purchase orders, contracts, and cost coding systems. Knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control and material pricing is required. It's expected that you are familiar and comfortable with current technology.

Some things you can expect to do:

  • Develop a working understanding of budgets, schedules, cost accounting, invoices, contracts, change orders and other management tools.

  • Assume responsibility and communicate effectively with all internal and external customers.

  • May have more involvement in entire job cycle on selected small projects, under supervision.

  • Travel as needed.

  • Generate Requests For Information (RFIs) and track approvals.

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

  • Complete thorough drawing review while utilizing the Ryan checklists.

  • Assist Project Manager and Superintendent with creating and executing Project Specific Quality Plan (PSQP).

  • Coordination and tracking of Vendor and Subcontractor deliveries.

  • Help manage Ryan Safety Policies and Procedures.

  • Participate in establishing and managing overall site logistics.

  • Participate in the city and jurisdictional permit inspection process.

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

  • Manage the Punchlist process including Punchlist inspections, record Punchlist items and help manage completion of Punchlist work.

  • 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, and review and approve direct invoices and subcontractor pay apps.

  • Assist Project Manager with scheduling, creating agenda, and running key project milestone meetings (Release, Kickoff, Control, and Closeout)

  • Review owner contracts in detail.

You really stand out if you:

  • Four-year college degree in construction management, architecture, civil engineering or related field or two-year construction certificate with a minimum of 4 years industry experience

  • Approximately 2 years commercial construction experience as a Project Engineer or similar

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:

Please be advised that initial outreach regarding employment at Ryan Companies will only occur via email from the domain @ryancompanies.com email address. If you recieve communication from someone you believe is impersonating Ryan Companies, please report it to us at humanresources@ryancompanies.com

Non-Solicitation Notice to Recruitment Agencies:

Ryan Companies kindly requests that recruitment agencies and third-party recruiters do not submit unsolicited resumes or candidate information to any Ryan Companies employee or office. Ryan Companies will not be responsible for any fees or expenses associated with unsolicited submissions. If recruitment services are required, we will reach out directly to agencies on our approved vendor list. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.


Ryan Companies US, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For information about your rights under Equal Employment Opportunity, https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters

 

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