Project Engineer/Assistant Project Manager (Full-Time)

MBP•New Haven, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

MBP is seeking a detail-oriented Project Engineer to join their team, providing on-site project support for diverse construction projects in higher education, healthcare, and public sectors. This role is ideal for an engineering professional with experience in public or institutional projects who thrives in a collaborative, hands-on environment. The Project Engineer will act as a client representative, applying engineering knowledge to support project planning and execution, independently solving problems, and ensuring high-quality, timely deliverables despite workload fluctuations.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering; degrees in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred.
Engineering principles of construction management and project controls.
One or more of the following services: critical path method scheduling, cost estimating, project budgeting, delay analysis, constructability and design review, inspections, quantity take-offs.
Arithmetic, algebra, geometry, statistics, and their applications.
Structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Bluebeam, and CADD.
Read and interpret engineering plans, specifications, and technical reports.
Maintain records and prepare reports/correspondence related to the work.
Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Develop innovative, creative solutions to problems while utilizing analytical skills.
Deeply focus on the details of an assignment and summarize findings for presentation to the project team leader.
Listen and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Effectively communicate information and ideas verbally and in writing.
Positively represent MBP within and outside of the workplace by acting with integrity in interpersonal interactions.
Stand and sit as needed on project work sites, climb ladders, work at heights, and work outdoors in a wide range of weather conditions.
Safely navigate construction work sites with uneven terrain.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Higher education, laboratory, healthcare, K-12 school, federal, state, or municipal public project sectors.
Pre-construction and construction project support in an on-site environment preferred.
Higher education/academic laboratory facilities preferred.
Local licensing regulations may prohibit use of the Engineer title without the individual possessing a Professional License; in those cases, the Consultant title shall be used until a Professional License is obtained.
Electronic Project Management information, controls, and reporting management system platforms preferred.
Fundamentals of Engineering/Engineer in Training (FE/EIT) preferred.
OSHA 10-hour or OSHA 30-hour certification, or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire.
Readiness to engage in MBP-provided training and grasp of current relevant electronic project management tools, systems, and platforms.
Develop, track, maintain, and communicate project controls and reporting work product within MBP's project management and reporting framework.
Work within a project team to complete project assignments.
Execute tasks independently.
Obtain and maintain industry certifications specific to duties assigned.

Responsibilities

Prepare project documentation, cost estimates, schedules, plan reviews, and research of project records.
Review project records, schedules, and as-built construction to evaluate change orders and requests for extension of time.
Independently apply techniques and analyze problems and methods to support project objectives.
Monitor the quality and timeliness of deliverables throughout periodic fluctuations in workload.
Participate in MBP-provided training, company activities, and administrative duties.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance (for individual employees)
401(k) profit-sharing plan
Health savings account with company contributions
Competitive compensation with opportunities for semi-annual bonuses
Generous paid time off
Tuition assistance
Student loan repayment
Annual gym reimbursement
Pet insurance
Paid volunteer time
Mental health resources
Company-wide wellness activities
Training and development to support your professional growth
MBP also covers the costs associated with obtaining and maintaining certifications and licenses, such as FE/EIT, OSHA 10-hour or OSHA 30-hour, and Professional Engineering License.