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Senior Project Engineer

Ryan Companies US, Inc.
life insurance, paid time off
United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis
Aug 21, 2025

Job Description:

Ryan Companies is excited to offer an opportunity to join our Minneapolis team as a Senior Project Engineer. As a key member of our construction team, you'll contribute to the successful delivery of projects while gaining comprehensive experience in both field and office operations. This position is designed to immerse you in Ryan's processes, procedures, and business practices, helping you build the skills and knowledge needed to grow your career.

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:

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Assist in Owner change pricing; prepare billings and review invoices.
  • Support the estimating process and learn take-off software and unit cost analysis through preparing quantity take-offs.
  • Monitor assigned subcontracts, subcontractor schedules relative to material deliveries and subcontractor manpower.
  • Generate Requests for Information (RFIs) and track approvals.
  • Assist with the management of Ryan Safety Policies and Procedures.

You will really stand out if you:

  • 4-year college degree, preferably in a construction-related field.
  • Approximately 2+ years commercial construction experience as a Project Engineer or similar.
  • General knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control and material pricing.
  • Ability to calculate mathematical calculations, understand architectural and engineering drawings, purchase orders, contracts, and cost-coding systems.
  • Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate effectively.
  • Minimum six month jobsite experience before moving on to Project Management or Field Career Path.
  • Willingness to travel, and/or relocate, as needed to execute projects.

Eligibility:

  • Positions require verification of employment eligibility to work in the U.S.

Compensation:

The annual base pay is $71,200.00- $89,000.00. The base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission and/or an incentive program.

Benefits:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
  • Retirement and Savings Benefits
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Educational Assistance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Parenting Benefits
  • Long-term Disability
  • Ryan Foundation - charitable matching funds
  • Paid Time for Volunteer Events

Ryan Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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.

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