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Senior Project Engineer, NA

Vantage Data Centers
Shackelford County, Texas Posted Oct 12, 2026
On-site

About this role

Senior Project Engineer, NA

The Senior Project Engineer of Construction can manage multiple project scopes within a project. The senior project engineer will also drive core project coordination across several teams throughout the construction process. Major focus for this role will include submittal/RFI workflow management, change order management, design coordination, project closeout management, payment application reviews, participation in commissioning, and coordination of construction activities with fill-time Operations staff. Regular collaboration are required with internal resources and design-build contractors.

Essential Job Functions

  • Demonstrate and promote the Vantage Values: Trust, Accountability, Respect and Agility
  • Lead and develop Vantage team members to include third-party project resources.
  • Lead project administration activities, including RFIs, submittals, and meeting documentation for assigned scopes, design and implementation.
  • Assist the construction team with project schedule and budget reporting, monthly forecasting, EAC reporting, and contractor billing support, including pay application review and coordination with project controls and CCF.
  • Lead procurement tracking, material timeline management, OFCI/CFCI coordination, and preconstruction/buyout activities for assigned projects.
  • Lead startup and commissioning activities, including team coordination, commissioning schedule management, CxAlloy administration, and readiness for customer milestones such as RNI, IST, and RFS.
  • Support the Vantage safety program through HRA site walks, safety reporting, and participation in project-wide safety reviews with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Manage design teams/contractors and support QA/QC of work products to ensure successful scope execution and compliance with applicable project design requirements.
  • Lead contract, PO, and billing administration by reviewing pay applications, tracking billing progress, coordinating with CCF, and identifying process improvement opportunities.
  • Facilitate page-turn design reviews and coordinate internal stakeholder involvement.
  • Collect and share ‘lessons learned’ in the feedback loop to drive continuous improvement
  • Perform other duties as assigned
  • Travel required is expected to be 10-30% but may increase over time as the business evolve

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in construction management, or similar field, or equivalent experience
  • 3+ years of experience as a project engineer in assisting or supervising construction projects of increasing complexity required; 5 years preferred.
  • Experience in CSA (civil, structural, architectural) and/or MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) construction management is a requirement
  • Complex and technical construction experience is required
  • Data Center experience is preferred

Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

  • Working understanding of project scheduling concepts and tools (MS Project or P6)

  • Strong working knowledge of critical power and cooling infrastructure systems.

  • Proficiency in data center design and familiarity with North American construction markets preferred.

  • Familiarity with applicable building codes, fire ordinances, and regulatory requirements.

  • Strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence cross functional stakeholders.

  • Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and documentation standards.

  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

  • Problem solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.

  • High level of integrity and professionalism.

  • Physical Demands and Special Requirements

  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

  • LI-Onsite

  • We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

  • Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

  • Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

  • Vantage is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

  • Vantage does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage.

  • We’ll be accepting applications for at least one week from the date this role is posted. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply soon—we’re excited to find the right person and will keep the role open until we do!

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