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Senior Project Engineer, Mission Critical

JE Dunn Construction·Full Time·Posted August 17, 2026

Job Summary

JE Dunn Construction is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to support mission critical construction projects — including data centers, semiconductor fabs, and advanced industrial facilities — through its Advanced Facilities Group. The role manages a small project or a defined component of a larger, more complex project under general oversight.

Project Details

Work is performed through JE Dunn's Advanced Facilities Group, which focuses on large-scale data center, semiconductor, and industrial and manufacturing construction projects across the country.

Responsibilities

  • Lead estimating for base project scopes, self-perform work, and change requests; identify and select subcontractors and vendors.
  • Manage the submittal process to keep pace with the project schedule.
  • Prepare and maintain the project schedule for assigned scopes of work.
  • Review and approve monthly subcontractor and vendor pay applications.
  • Coordinate pre-planning, OAC, and monthly project review meetings.
  • Track and report production statistics, daily manpower, and progress updates to the project team.
  • Lead project closeout including punch lists, as-built drawings, and O&M manuals.
  • Provide training and mentorship to junior project engineers.
  • Implement Lean construction practices and identify self-perform opportunities.

Required Experience

  • 3+ years of construction experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field (equivalent experience considered).
  • Proficiency in MS Office and project management/accounting software (CMiC experience a plus).
  • Working knowledge of construction means and methods, Lean principles, and subcontractor management.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships across project teams.

Compensation and Benefits

JE Dunn offers a professional non-union benefits package. Details are available through the company's careers site.

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