Senior Level Construction Project Engineer Jobs

Senior level construction project engineer jobs put experienced engineers in charge of project execution, technical oversight, and the field teams and subcontractors that deliver results on schedule and on budget. Openings are primarily on-site with selective hybrid arrangements, concentrated in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Manufacturing, with Turner & Townsend, Mortenson Construction, and BKF Engineers hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles504+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerTurner & Townsend
Top cityNew York, NY
Work type84% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
Senior Construction Project Manager – TI / Fit Out
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Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
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Senior Construction Project Manager – TI / Fit Out
Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
Elk Grove, California
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
$140k - $170k/yr
On-Site
201-500

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Construction Project Manager - Multifamily Renovations/Remodeling
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Construction Project Manager - Multifamily Renovations/Remodeling
T-Rock Construction LLC
Flower Mound, Texas
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
$110k - $125k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in construction management

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State of Ohio
Construction Project Manager - Agency/Higher Ed
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State of Ohio
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Construction Project Manager - Agency/Higher Ed
State of Ohio
Columbus, Ohio
Project Management
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
$44 - $55/hr
On-Site
10,000+

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Sundt
Construction Project Director - Transportation
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Sundt
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Construction Project Director - Transportation
Sundt
Vancouver, Washington
Customer Support
IT Support
Technical Program Management
$170k - $215k/yr
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Structural Group
Senior Construction Project Manager
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Structural Group
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Senior Construction Project Manager
Structural Group
New York, New York
Software Engineering
Systems Administration
Technical Program Management
$150k - $190k/yr
Bachelor's degree in construction management
1,001-5,000

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Senior Level Construction Project Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Turner & Townsend
    Turner & Townsend17
  • Mortenson Construction
    Mortenson Construction11
  • BKF Engineers
    BKF Engineers10
  • Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
    Turner & Townsend Pty Limited10
  • Jobot
    Jobot9

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services133
  • Construction & Real Estate111
  • Manufacturing14
  • Staffing & Recruiting13
  • Healthcare & Medical Services10

Senior Level Construction Project Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a senior level construction project engineer job?

Employers at this level look for engineers who have owned complex project outcomes end to end, not just supported them. Strong candidates demonstrate direct experience managing schedules, budgets, subcontractors, and design coordination on projects of significant scope. Proficiency with construction management software, a history of resolving field conflicts, and evidence of mentoring junior staff all signal readiness for a senior role.

Which companies hire senior level construction project engineers?

Companies hiring senior level construction project engineers right now include Turner & Townsend, Mortenson Construction, and BKF Engineers, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level covers large general contractors, specialty subcontractors, owner-side project management firms, and infrastructure developers managing multi-phase programs.

Are there remote senior level construction project engineer jobs?

Yes, though fully remote roles remain limited given the on-site nature of construction work. About 16% of senior level construction project engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, typically covering program oversight, preconstruction planning, or owner-representative roles where regular site presence is not required every day.

What makes a construction project engineer role senior level?

Senior level roles carry full accountability for project delivery, including budget control, schedule management, subcontractor oversight, and cross-functional coordination with owners, architects, and field superintendents. Engineers at this stage are expected to resolve technical and contractual issues independently, lead project meetings, and actively mentor junior engineers and project coordinators on the team.

Which industries hire the most senior level construction project engineers?

Senior Level construction project engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive demand at the senior level because they involve large-scale, long-duration projects that require experienced engineers capable of managing complexity from preconstruction through closeout.