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Senior Automation Project Engineer

Manati, PR · On-site

$110 - $170/hr

Coordinate project activities across Engineering, Quality, Validation, IT, Manufacturing, EHS, contractors, and vendors. * Prepare and communicate routine project status reports, milestone updates ...

Jedson Engineering

Senior Project Manager

San Juan, PR · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

... the engineering team. The Project Manager will also be involved in various business development activities and will be expected to mentor and develop other employees within their organization.

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Project Engineer III - Permits

San Juan, PR · On-site

Perform basic project engineering functions involving monitoring of progress, preparation of procedures, documentation of communications and meetings, and identification/evaluation of project issues ...

Lemartec

Project Director

San Juan, PR · On-site

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management. * 15 years of experience as a Senior Project Manager on commercial and/or industrial projects. * 5 years of experience as a ...

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What is a senior project engineer?

Senior Project Engineers are experienced professionals responsible for overseeing and managing complex engineering projects from conception to completion. They coordinate between various teams, ensure project milestones are met, and address technical challenges that arise during the project lifecycle. Senior Project Engineers also play a key role in budgeting, quality assurance, and maintaining safety standards. Their expertise ensures that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and meet the required specifications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior project engineer?

To excel as a Senior Project Engineer, you need a strong background in engineering principles, project management, and relevant industry experience—often supported by a bachelor’s degree in engineering and a Professional Engineer (PE) license. Familiarity with project management software (such as MS Project or Primavera), CAD tools, and industry-specific standards is typically required. Leadership, effective communication, and problem-solving skills help distinguish top performers in this role. These skills and qualifications are essential for ensuring successful project delivery, team coordination, and compliance with technical and safety standards.

What are some common challenges senior project engineers face when managing cross-functional teams?

Senior Project Engineers often oversee projects that require collaboration among diverse teams such as design, procurement, and construction. A common challenge is aligning different priorities and communication styles, which can lead to misunderstandings or delays. To overcome this, Senior Project Engineers use strong leadership and organizational skills, facilitating clear communication and establishing structured workflows. Building trust and fostering a collaborative environment are essential for ensuring all team members work toward shared objectives and project milestones.

What is the difference between Senior Project Engineer vs Project Engineer?

AspectSenior Project EngineerProject Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in engineering, 5+ years experience, professional engineering license often preferredBachelor's degree in engineering or related field, 1-3 years experience
Work EnvironmentLeading project teams, overseeing multiple phases, coordinating with clients and vendorsAssisting in project planning, executing tasks under supervision, supporting senior staff
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction, manufacturing, infrastructure projectsConstruction, civil engineering, industrial projects

Senior Project Engineers typically have more experience, advanced certifications, and leadership responsibilities compared to Project Engineers. They oversee entire projects, coordinate teams, and liaise with clients, whereas Project Engineers focus on supporting project execution under supervision. The roles are distinct but interconnected within engineering and construction industries.

What does a senior project engineer do?

A senior project engineer oversees the planning, design, and execution of engineering projects, ensuring they meet technical specifications, budgets, and deadlines. They coordinate with teams, manage resources, and often use project management tools to track progress while providing technical expertise and leadership throughout the project lifecycle.

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Infographic showing various Senior Project Engineer job openings in Puerto Rico as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution.

Sr Project Controls Manager and Construction

AtkinsRéalis

Guaynabo, PR • On-site

$111K - $151K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

Job Description
Overview
We are seeking a Senior Project Controls Manager - Pharmaceutical and Construction to join our team in Guaynabo, PR.
Our office is in Guaynabo, PR but the position is expected to be full-time collocated at the client's location in Carolina, PR. The position reports to the Project or Construction Manager working directly with the client.
Your role
  • Manages staff co-ordination and workload and directly supervises and mentors the project controls team as a subject matter expert.
  • Manages, revises, and maintains status of the detailed project cost estimate/forecast to include all phases of project execution from design/engineering, material/equipment procurement and deliveries, construction contracts through start-up activities and closeout.
  • Tracks and analyzes the project costs including budgets, commitments, actuals, accruals, and forecasts using Earned Value methodology Analysis includes forecast and variance analysis (Cost and Schedule), trends, Risk Analysis with evaluation of contingency reserve and developing and maintaining an Issue log.
  • Participates in the development and improvement of project controls systems. Recommends improvements in systems, tools, and methods of project controls and project management.
  • Establishes a project work breakdown structure in line with industry best practices.
  • Assists in analyzing project control requirements as part of the bid review process to ensure all cost control requirements are incorporated into individual contracts and purchase orders.
  • Interacts with other project groups in relation to cost codes, purchase order commitments and change orders.
  • Assists in creating detailed project budgets from estimates and in the development of cash flow projections.
  • Works with senior project management staff in managing the overall project cost control efforts.
  • Works with scheduling staff to develop, manage, revise, and update integrated detailed project schedules including all phases of project execution.
  • Assists in early identification of long lead items, resource constraints, and required project start dates.
  • Manages key project indicators and project commercial reports.
  • Manages internal job costing in relation to the fee and services to be provided, resources required and all project reporting including job number, Project Status Report (PSR) and other company reporting policies.
  • Produces forecasts of total project costs, annual costs, and monthly cash flow costs and provides variance analysis and explanations.
  • Manage Risk Management process including driving the identification, evaluation, mitigation and management process of the Risk management.
  • Assists in coordinating engineering and construction activities in conjunction with overall project schedule requirements. Incorporates engineering and construction contractor schedules into overall project schedules.
  • Works with the senior project management staff in ensuring all contract deliverables and deadlines are met.
  • Provides senior level general project management support as necessary (e.g., financial/operational budgeting, consolidation, analysis, forecasting; business development; pricing; billing; key client/consultant relationship management).
  • Performs such other duties as the Supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.

About you
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Accounting, Finance or a related field, plus ten (10) years relevant experience.
  • Must have strong cost management, scheduling, and project planning and estimating skills, as well as the communication skills necessary to interface with external engineering, architectural and construction firms, suppliers, the management team and other organizations within client organizations.
  • Must be able to use A/E and CM cost and/or schedule information to evaluate project status. Must have experience in developing budgets, cash flows, financial analysis and/or schedules.
  • Must be highly articulate, have clear and analytical approach to problem solving, and strong decision-making abilities. Must have excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Must have thorough understanding of different types of contracts (Lump Sum, T&M etc.) and their implications on Project Management and overall project risks.
  • Working knowledge of industry standard software and ERP, Planning & Scheduling, and cost management applications.
  • Experience with Primavera and Microsoft Projects is preferred.
  • Must be adept at managing large datasets, preparing trend curves and performance dashboards and performing statistical and financial analysis in MS Excel or equivalent solution.
  • Must thoroughly understand and utilize Information Technology in the performance of work including Internet, Intranet, Microsoft Windows OS, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project and Power BI.
  • PMP - Project Management Professional (PMI) or CCP - Certified Cost Professional (AACE) or EVP - Earned Value Professional (AACE).
  • Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Rewards & benefits
At AtkinsRéalis, our values-Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence-are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.
Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.
About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
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Additional information
Expected compensation range is between $120,000 - $160,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.
AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability
Please review AtkinsRéalis' Equal Opportunity Statement here.
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