Senior Project Engineer

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America's premier, 100% employee-owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide-ranging as the communities in which we build. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion.

McCarthy’s reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high-performing individuals and teams. We do this through our award-winning training programs, a best-in-class Total Rewards benefits program, and a focus on equipping diverse teams of employee owners through a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our values of: Genuine. We, Not I. All In.

How do McCarthy partners define our culture?

We Live Our Core Values. We do whatever it takes to deliver on our promises with honesty and integrity.

We are Employee Owned. We are personally invested in building the things people need in our communities.

We Feel Like a Family. We value genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment.

We are Builders. We respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely.

Position Summary

McCarthy's Austin Business Unit is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to support growth in the Austin market. The Senior Project Engineer position expands on the fundamentals learned as a Project Engineer. This position will incorporate the opportunity to manage larger scopes of work and employees. On a daily basis you will actively participate in the coordination and management of the jobsite to ensure a safe, quality, timely execution of the project.

Key Responsibilities:

• General Contract and Subcontract administration
• Construction Scheduling
• Material & Equipment – procurement and expediting
• Mechanical, electrical and piping systems coordination
• Shop drawing and submittal review and coordination
• Project cost review, reporting, updating and accounting
• Review of subcontractor applications for payment
• Participation in and documentation of project coordination meetings
• Supervision and coordination of subcontractors’ field installations
• Review and negotiate change proposal pricing from subcontractors
• Prepare change proposal pricing for self-performed work
• Change order documentation and associated cost reporting and maintenance
• Research and suggest options on construction means, methods and equipment
• Maintenance of As-Built plans
• Quality control - field and shop
• Monitor and document jobsite safety and accident prevention
• Project Closeout
• Implement all applicable Safety Programs and EEO/Affirmative Action Programs.
  
  
  

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering required
• 2-5 years of equivalent experience required
• General knowledge of construction principles and processes
• Experienced dealing with subcontracts, subcontractors and/or self-perform work
• Strong work ethic and desire to work in a team environment
• Must be geographically mobile and willing to travel/relocate within the Southern Region as needed
  
  
  

McCarthy Building Companies is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religious beliefs, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.