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HNTB

Senior Bridge Project Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$110K - $215K/yr

Join our dynamic New York Office as a Senior Bridge Project Engineer, where you'll focus on Bridge Design and Analysis. At HNTB, we offer you the opportunity to build a meaningful career while ...

Consigli Construction

Project Engineer

New Brunswick, NJ · On-site

$78K - $86K/yr

Senior Project Manager / Project Executive / Director, Project Executive Supervisory Duties: Yes Salary Range: $78,000 - $86,000 The Project Engineer (PE) will be primarily responsible for obtaining ...

Consigli Construction

Project Engineer

New Brunswick, NJ · On-site

$78K - $86K/yr

Senior Project Manager / Project Executive / Director, Project Executive Supervisory Duties: Yes Salary Range: $78,000 - $86,000 The Project Engineer (PE) will be primarily responsible for ...

PowerFlex

Senior Project Developer

New York, NY · On-site

$128K - $157K/yr

The Senior Project Developer ("Senior PD") leads the development of commercial & industrial solar, storage, and EV charging projects across the United States. This role requires a combination of ...

PowerFlex

Senior Project Developer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$128K - $157K/yr

The Senior Project Developer ("Senior PD") leads the development of commercial & industrial solar, storage, and EV charging projects across the United States. This role requires a combination of ...

High Industries

Senior Project Manager

Newark, NJ · On-site

Engineer smart solutions, prevent problems before they start, and always deliver what we promise ... The Senior Project Manager is a senior level position within the field services group of ...

Page Group

Senior Project Manager

Manhattan, NY · On-site

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale commercial construction ... Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field 10+ years of commercial ...

Altanova

Senior Energy Project Engineer

New York, NY · On-site +1

$90K - $140K/yr

ALTANOVA is now actively hiring a Senior Energy Project Engineer for a full-time position in our New York office. Alternatively located in our Paris, France office or remotely (GMT-5) for highly ...

Group PMX

Senior Project Manager

New York, NY

$160K - $185K/yr

Senior Project Manager Location: NYC Salary: $160,000-$185,000 Overview: The Senior Project Manager ... Coordinate with Engineering, Operations, consultants, and contractors throughout project delivery.

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How much do senior project engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior project engineer in Matawan, NJ is $118,578.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $102,300.00 and $133,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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 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 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 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.
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Infographic showing various Senior Project Engineer job openings in Matawan, NJ as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $118,578 per year, or $57 per hour.

Senior Bridge Project Engineer

HNTB

New York, NY • On-site

$110K - $215K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

HNTB rating

9.2

Company rating: 9.2 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

What We're Looking For

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Join our dynamic New York Office as a Senior Bridge Project Engineer, where you'll focus on Bridge Design and Analysis. At HNTB, we offer you the opportunity to build a meaningful career while contributing to communities that matter to all of us. With over a century of delivering solutions for some of the largest and most complex infrastructure projects across the country, now is the perfect time to become part of our team of employee-owners. Experience our historic growth and make a lasting impact with us.
This opportunity entails being responsible for the production and modification of design calculations, technical reports, engineering plans and specifications for assigned projects. This position consults with the project manager to perform research, development, calculations, design and delivery. Applies engineering techniques, procedures and design criteria for complex and cross-discipline projects. Leverages technical knowledge and experience to address design related issues or concerns, working closely with the project manager through creative problem solving, interactions with clients and by completing tasks to meet the project schedule. Develops conceptual and detailed designs and calculations to support the project completion using current drawing and technical tools, programs and software. May mentor, train and review work of junior engineer staff and provide constructive feedback. As a member of the team, you will contribute to the successful project delivery for a diverse range of projects for HNTB's clients.

What You'll Do:

  • Uses senior-level technical expertise to consider broad range of engineering solutions.
  • Responsible for the discipline-specific planning, work distribution, and leadership and adherence to the schedule, and budget on complex or unusual engineering projects.
  • Assists in marketing responsibilities, including proposal generation.
  • Develops scope of work and level of effort and manages adherence to scope and budget on complex or unusual engineering projects within discipline.
  • Oversees completeness and accuracy of project team's work within the technical discipline.
  • Provides technical guidance and mentoring to team members to achieve overall project objectives on complex or unusual engineering projects.
  • Coordinates technical aspects of the project with client counterpart and teaming partners at staff level for work within the discipline on complex or unusual engineering projects.
  • Leads discipline delivery on larger, multi-disciplinary projects. Works closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects.
  • Assists with coordination and planning of schedules, hours, and distribution of work for other disciplines on multi-discipline projects on complex or unusual engineering projects
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 8 years of relevant experience, or
  • Master's degree in Engineering and 7 years of relevant experience, or
  • PhD in Engineering and 6 years of relevant experience

What You'll Bring:

  • Shows excellent technical knowledge and quality work in multiple discipline projects.

  • Prioritizes tasks and displays accountability to the project team to deliver projects that are of high quality, on-time, and within budget and scope.

  • Demonstrates vision beyond the task at hand and anticipates risks and effects of their actions.

  • Understands and supports the objectives that are responsible for successful project delivery, recognizing how multiple disciplines influence project development

  • Applies an accrued knowledge base to innovate project efficiencies.

  • Uses refined technical skills to identify problems, develop appropriate solutions, and make good decisions, knowing what tools to use for effective solutions and optimal outcomes on projects.

Primary Focus Will Include:

  • Bridge Design & Analysis

What We Prefer:

  • Master's degree in Engineering

  • 10 years of relevant experience

  • Professional Engineer (PE)

Additional Information

Click here for benefits information: HNTB Total Rewards

Click here to learn more about Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Visa sponsorship is available for this position.#AS #Bridges

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Locations:

Newark, NJ, New York, NY, White Plains, NY (Westchester Hudson Valley)

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The approximate pay range for New York is $110,384.86 - $215,816.57. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual's qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

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The approximate pay range for New Jersey is $121,423.35 - $207,183.90. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual's qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

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The approximate nation wide pay range for this position is $110,384.86 - $215,816.57. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual's qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

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NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES:

HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of HNTB. HNTB will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. Staffing/employment agencies who have fee agreements with HNTB must submit applicants to the designated HNTB recruiter to be eligible for placement fees.

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About HNTB

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At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.

Industry

Construction

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Kansas City, MO, US

Year founded

1914

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