Lead Project Engineer - Electrical

Bartlett & West•Bismarck, ND

10d

About The Position

This position will design Electrical engineering projects (within the MEP Group) including focus areas of higher-education, industrial, commercial buildings, public works, regional water systems, energy, transportation and railroad facilities projects. Working closely with the Project Manager in charge of the project, the position may identify and develop the scope of work, meet customer expectations, assist in pricing contracts, perform engineering services, oversee project quality, identify resources and manage them relative to a specific project, and meet project deadlines and profitability goals. Position may be expected to serve as the Engineer of Record on project plans and documents. Veterans encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Effective communication skills (verbal and written)
Excellent listening and reading skills, including proofreading
Effective problem solving and decision making skills
Strong interpersonal skills to develop and maintain client and employee relationships
Ability to lead, train, and mentor others
Self-awareness: Knowing one’s strengths and limits with a strong sense of one’s self-worth and capabilities
Self-regulation: Keeping emotions in check; trustworthy; taking responsibility for personal performance; flexibility; innovative
Customer service orientation
Political awareness: Reads a group’s emotional current and power relationships
Collaborative
Ability to negotiate
Analytical and critical thinking skills
Ability to achieve business results
Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain appropriate amount of detail
Demonstrates a high degree of creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in planning, organizing and problem analysis and resolution
Strong proficiency in MS Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit
Ability to embrace new technology and processes including learning other software programs as needed (Adobe, Bluebeam, Deltek Vision accounting and project planning software, Client Relationship Management software, etc.)
Exhibits initiative, responsibility, flexibility, and leadership
Good time management skills with ability to handle complex deadline driven workload
Ability to work independently and within a team successfully
Detailed knowledge of HVAC Systems design including HVAC load calculations, cost estimating, system selection and hydronic and pump systems.
Detailed knowledge of Plumbing layout & design including domestic water, waste and vent piping systems, plumbing fixture selection and cost estimates.
Detailed knowledge of Electrical Systems design including riser/one-line diagrams, power distribution, electrical service size calculations, lighting design and cost estimates.
Familiarity with building code requirements and working with authority having jurisdiction.
Writing MEP project specifications, SpecLink familiarity preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in architectural, mechanical (HVAC background), or electrical (building systems background) engineering or related engineering field required.
8+ years engineering experience in mechanical/electrical/plumbing design and P.E. licensure required.
Must obtain professional licensure in the states required by the company as soon as possible.
Must be able to travel in-state and out-of-state on occasion, which usually would consist of visiting other office locations, project sites, attending seminars or business meetings.
Driver’s license with clean driving record required.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge/experience of AutoCAD, Revit and MEP software strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Acts as a technical specialist in mechanical/electrical/plumbing focus area.
Develops plans and specifications for mechanical/electrical/plumbing projects.
Will focus on cooling/heating, duct design & layout, hydronic HVAC system, plumbing, lighting, building power system and power distribution design work.
Designs new or renovation projects, performs site investigations and documents existing conditions.
Provides internal technical advice to project managers throughout the company for the purpose of preparing proposals and developing client presentations.
Collaborates with a project manager with project planning and provides technical guidance on the development of the project scope, concepts and strategies to be used, task organization, estimates of effort, fee structure and amount, risk management, the identification of other required resources, and schedules necessary to complete the project.
Collaborates with the development of cost and budget estimates for the project.
Directs, manages and participates in the production of the project deliverables, up to and including signing and sealing of work products as a Registered Professional Engineer.
Performs or participates in some or all of the following: Preliminary studies, plans and cost estimates Plan, oversee, and develop final report for studies Definition of and oversight of design process Designs and plan production Conducting project status/review meetings Specification and contract document development and production Bidding and contract award Contract Administration oversight
Monitors and maintains quality on all facets of the project deliverable
Performs site investigations and prepares report(s) documenting existing conditions.
Utilizes AutoCAD and Revit to design and analyze projects.
Provides input to the project manager and/or others regarding the monthly project accounting process, including review of time and expense charges to projects.
In coordination with the project manager and team leader, oversees and directs the assignments of engineers and technicians assigned to a project.
Develops and fosters an open environment encouraging communication and collaboration among team members assigned to a project.
Provides constructive performance feedback to project team members and coaches to improve performance.
Provides performance information on all project team members to the team leader, Delivery/Marketing leader or project manager.
Stays abreast of new engineering trends, techniques, strategies, philosophies and methods.
Participates in professional organization(s) in the engineer’s area of expertise and/or client focus.
Maintains professional licensure in the states required by the company.
Regularly analyzes specific issues on project manager’s project to recommend solutions that are efficient and cost effective.
Meets with vendors of equipment on a technical basis with project managers and project teams as directed.
Selects appropriate materials and equipment for the project application, accounting for desired performance, costs, and operation and maintenance considerations.
Visits clients and job sites as needed to support project(s) and business development needs.
Provides consultation/guidance to senior technicians/designers for plumbing equipment, HVAC equipment, and electrical equipment selection and layout.
May serve as consultant on mechanical/electrical/plumbing projects during construction phase.
Typically handles multiple projects for multiple clients simultaneously and works with complex, difficult projects that could also be large in focus and complexity.