
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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Senior Project Engineer, Mission Critical