Senior Construction Engineer

Construction Engineer / Senior Construction EngineerLocation: Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) | OnsiteSalary Range: $63–$72 per hour (commensurate with experience)Per Diem: Available for qualified candidatesRole SummaryLos Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is seeking a Construction Engineer with strong experience in capital projects, mechanical systems, field engineering, and construction execution within regulated or industrial environments. This role supports construction projects from planning and design through installation, commissioning, and closeout, with opportunities to act as a technical lead or discipline specialist.Ideal candidates have backgrounds similar to mechanical engineers, field engineers, project engineers, or senior project managers who have worked on large-scale infrastructure, power, water, industrial, or government projects.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport construction execution for capital projects including planning, constructability reviews, installation oversight, commissioning, and turnoverApply engineering judgment to resolve field issues, RFIs, constructability challenges, and schedule or scope impactsCoordinate with project managers, contractors, inspectors, and stakeholders to ensure safety, quality, and complianceServe as a discipline lead or technical resource for mechanical, HVAC, piping, utilities, or facility systemsReview drawings, specifications, submittals, and change ordersSupport cost estimating, forecasting, scheduling, and procurement activitiesEnsure compliance with applicable codes, standards, safety requirements, and regulatory frameworksMentor or provide technical guidance to junior engineers or field staff as neededRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related disciplineOR8+ years of progressive experience in construction engineering, field engineering, or capital project delivery within industrial, infrastructure, or regulated environmentsDemonstrated experience supporting design-build or design-bid-build projectsStrong understanding of mechanical systems, piping, HVAC, utilities, or industrial facilitiesExperience working on large capital projects ($1M+ preferred)Ability to work independently in the field while coordinating with multidisciplinary teamsPreferred / Highly Aligned BackgroundsMechanical Engineer, Field Engineer, Project Engineer, or Senior Project Manager experiencePower generation, water/wastewater, utilities, industrial, or government infrastructure projectsCommissioning, startup, or operational turnover experienceRegulated environments (DOE, DoD, FEMA, utilities, oil & gas, pharma, heavy industrial)Proficiency with tools such as AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Procore, Primavera, BIM, or MS OfficeNice-to-HaveProfessional Engineer (PE) licenseExperience leading portions of multi-discipline construction projectsEnergy, sustainability, water systems, or industrial HVAC experienceEqual Opportunity EmployerLos Alamos National Laboratory is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.