Project Engineer

About Overwatch Mission CriticalOverwatch is a service-disabled Veteran-owned small business (SDVOB) certified through the national veterans business development council (NVBDC), offering construction professional services, talent acquisition, and general contractor for the mission-critical infrastructure industry.Our mission is the construction and management of state-of-the-art data centers with the precision and reliability this industry demands. From high-end engineers to seasoned professionals, we deploy the people you need to get your data center off the ground. At Overwatch, it's more than a job. It's purpose.About the RoleSenior Project Engineer (Senior PE)Role Focus: Technical coordination, document control, and project support.Strategic ResponsibilitiesBridge the gap between design, field installation, and owner requirements.Maintain documentation accuracy for compliance and turnover.Operational ResponsibilitiesManage all RFIs, submittals, design clarifications, and submittal logs.Coordinate with commissioning teams to ensure documentation readiness.Assist with project controls: cost tracking, change validation, scheduling input.Support QA/QC through checklists and document review.Day-to-Day DutiesProcess and track RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and equipment data.Maintain drawing logs, as-built updates, and version control.Attend trade coordination meetings and document action items.Track procurement timelines and delivery confirmations.Prepare daily/weekly reporting dashboards for CMs and Directors.Support punch lists and commissioning documentation.Update trackers for testing, inspections, and equipment verification.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.3+ years of experience in MEP-focused construction roles, preferably in mission-critical or technically intensive environments.Familiarity with commissioning processes, checklists, and documentation.Proven ability to drive timelines, resolve field issues, and ensure MEP system readiness.Excellent organizational and communication skills to collaborate across field and engineering teams.Physical Requirements and Work EnvironmentThis position operates primarily in an active data center construction environment, encompassing both indoor and outdoor work settings. The role requires the physical ability to perform essential job functions safely and effectively in a dynamic environment that includes ongoing construction activity and evolving site conditions.The work environment includes areas and temporary structures owned, leased, or controlled by third parties over which Overwatch may have limited or no control. Because the project remains under construction, certain areas of the site - including access routes, staging zones, and temporary structures - may not yet be fully ADA-compliant until construction is complete or those third-party areas are finalized.Driver's License Requirement:For roles that require on-site presence or travel between work locations as an essential function of the position, candidates must possess and maintain a valid driver's license appropriate for the role and be eligible to operate a motor vehicle in accordance with applicable laws.Communication Skills:Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a professional work environment, including preparing written reports and documentation, conveying information clearly to team members, clients, and stakeholders, and responding appropriately to verbal and written communications related to job duties.Physical Requirements:Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, twist, bend, and climb stairs or ladders for extended periods while navigating uneven, unpaved, or obstructed terrain.Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.Must be able to drive between job sites and access all areas of an active construction zone, including raised platforms, scaffolding, and confined spaces.Must be able to tolerate exposure to outdoor weather conditions, dust, and construction-related noise, vibrations, and odors.Must be able to communicate effectively with contractors, engineers, and site personnel, and maintain situational awareness in high-activity environments.Personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety vests, hearing protection, and steel-toe boots, is required.Must have sufficient visual acuity to read drawings, specifications, and safety signage, and to observe site activity.Work Environment:Work is performed primarily in and around active construction areas, which may include unfinished buildings, temporary field offices, staging areas, and partially completed infrastructure. These locations may contain uneven surfaces, limited accessibility, and other conditions typical of construction projects prior to final completion. Overwatch does not control and cannot modify accessibility conditions within areas, facilities, or temporary structures owned or managed by third parties.Reasonable Accommodation:Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position, provided such accommodations do not create safety hazards, impede essential mobility within active work zones, or require modification of facilities not owned or controlled by Overwatch.Benefits:Overwatch Construction offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, and relocation assistance available.Know someone who'd be a great fit?If you're a current Overwatch employee and want to refer top talent to help us grow, submit your referral HERE. Let's build the future together!