Senior Project Engineer

Project / Senior Engineer

Location: Chesterfield MO (Hybrid Work Schedule)
Salary: $80000 $110000 Performance-Based Incentives
Schedule: Hybrid (Combination of Office Field and Remote Work)
Benefits: Comprehensive Health Dental & Vision Insurance 401(k) Paid Time Off (PTO) Professional Development Support

Represented By: Luxus Group AEC Talent Partners

About the Opportunity

Luxus Group is proud to represent a highly respected consulting engineering firm specializing in building envelope consulting structural assessments and property condition evaluations across the United States.

This is a high-impact Project / Senior Engineer role designed for professionals who want to move beyond traditional design engineering and into a client-facing technically diverse consulting environment. You will play a critical role in evaluating real-world structures advising clients on risk and performance and leading engineering-driven decision-making across a wide variety of building types.

Position Overview

As a Project / Senior Engineer you will lead and execute consulting engineering projects focused on building inspections forensic evaluations due diligence and construction consulting. This role blends technical expertise fieldwork and client interaction offering a dynamic career path with strong growth potential.

You will work directly with leadership and clients to plan execute and deliver high-quality engineering assessments while also contributing to project strategy reporting and team development.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Client Leadership

• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients ensuring clear communication and high service delivery

• Develop project scopes objectives and execution strategies in collaboration with leadership

• Manage project timelines budgets and deliverables to ensure successful outcomes

• Support business development efforts through technical expertise and client interaction

Technical Engineering & Consulting

• Perform field inspections on a wide range of structures including:

  • Commercial and residential buildings

  • High-rise and low-rise structures

  • New construction and existing facilities

• Conduct forensic investigations condition assessments and due diligence reports

• Evaluate construction documents materials and system performance

• Provide technical recommendations related to building systems failures and improvements

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare detailed high-quality engineering reports and assessments

• Review and validate inspection findings to ensure accuracy and clarity

• Deliver client-ready documentation with actionable insights and recommendations

Senior-Level (Leadership Responsibilities)

• Act as a Technical Lead on complex projects

• Mentor and develop junior engineers and technical staff

• Provide oversight on engineering standards methodologies and deliverables

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelors Degree in:

  • Civil Engineering

  • Structural Engineering

  • Architectural Engineering

  • Mechanical Engineering

  • Construction Engineering Technology

Experience

• Project Engineer Level: 37 years of relevant experience

• Senior Engineer Level: 7 years of experience with leadership exposure

• Prior experience in consulting engineering inspections or building envelope/structural analysis preferred

Licensure & Certifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred (or ability to obtain within 6 months)

• OSHA 10 (or equivalent) required

• Strong familiarity with building codes and industry standards (ASTM AAMA commissioning standards)

Core Competencies

• Strong ability to interpret blueprints drawings and specifications

• Advanced problem-solving and critical thinking skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication for client interaction

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Comfortable working in both office and field environments

• Proficiency with:

  • Microsoft Office Suite

  • Engineering/reporting software platforms

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Combination of office remote and field-based work

• Field work may include:

  • Climbing ladders crawling and accessing tight or elevated spaces

  • Lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally

  • Exposure to outdoor elements and active construction environments

Why This Role Stands Out

• Hybrid flexibility with a balance of field office and remote work

• Opportunity to work on diverse real-world engineering challenges

• Clear path toward technical leadership and client-facing growth

• Exposure to forensic engineering due diligence and consulting work (high-value niche)

• Strong backing from a nationally respected consulting firm

Required Experience:

Senior IC