Project Engineer/Assistant Project Manager (Full-Time)

MBP•New Haven, CT

11d•$65,000 - $85,000

About The Position

MBP is seeking a Project Engineer to provide on-site project support for pre-construction and construction assignments across higher education, healthcare, and public-sector projects. The role serves as an on-site representative of the client and applies engineering knowledge to support project planning and execution. The Project Engineer independently applies technical methods and analytical techniques to solve problems, works with project team leaders to deliver high-quality results, and manages periodic workload fluctuations while maintaining the quality and timeliness of deliverables. The position reports to the Area Manager in collaboration with Practice or Service Line Leaders and may supervise team members in technical or administrative roles. Candidates should have a background in engineering and relevant institutional or public project sectors. On-site pre-construction and construction support experience is preferred, as is experience with higher education or academic laboratory facilities. A Bachelor of Science in Engineering is required; Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is preferred. The job requires the ability to work on construction sites, including outdoors in a range of weather conditions and on uneven terrain. MBP offers a comprehensive benefits package, professional training and development, and coverage of costs associated with obtaining and maintaining relevant certifications and licenses. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. The role is full-time, with a base salary range of $65,000 to $85,000; actual compensation depends on work location, qualifications, experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.
Knowledge of engineering principles of construction management and project controls.
Knowledge of one or more of the following services: critical path method scheduling, cost estimating, project budgeting, delay analysis, constructability and design review, inspections, or quantity take-offs.
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, statistics, and their applications.
Knowledge of English language structure and content, including word meanings and spelling, composition, and grammar.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Bluebeam, and CADD.
Ability to develop, track, maintain, and communicate project controls and reporting work product within the company's framework.
Ability to work collaboratively on project assignments and execute tasks independently.
Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, specifications, and technical reports; maintain records; and prepare reports and correspondence.
Ability to use logic and reasoning to evaluate alternative solutions, conclusions, and approaches to problems, and to develop analytical and creative solutions.
Ability to focus on assignment details and summarize findings for presentation to the project team leader.
Ability to understand information presented verbally and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to act with integrity in interpersonal interactions and positively represent MBP.
Ability to stand and sit as needed at project sites, climb ladders, work at heights, work outdoors in a wide range of weather conditions, and safely navigate uneven construction-site terrain.
Ability to obtain and maintain industry certifications specific to assigned duties.
Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience in higher education, laboratory, healthcare, K-12 school, federal, state, or municipal public project sectors.
Pre-construction and construction project support experience in an on-site environment.
Experience with higher education or academic laboratory facilities.
Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree.
Familiarity with electronic project management information, controls, and reporting management system platforms.
Fundamentals of Engineering/Engineer in Training (FE/EIT) certification.
OSHA 10-hour or OSHA 30-hour certification, or ability to obtain one within three months of hire.

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 extensions of time.
Independently apply techniques and analyze problems and methods to support project objectives.
Monitor the quality and timeliness of deliverables through periodic fluctuations in workload.
Participate in MBP-provided training, company activities, and administrative duties.
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 assignments and execute tasks independently.
Read and interpret engineering plans, specifications, and technical reports; maintain records and prepare related reports and correspondence.
Analyze problems and alternatives, develop solutions, focus on assignment details, and summarize findings for the project team leader.
Obtain and maintain industry certifications specific to assigned duties.
Represent MBP positively and communicate effectively with others.
Perform other duties as assigned.
May supervise team members in technical or administrative roles.

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 professional growth.
Coverage of costs associated with obtaining and maintaining certifications and licenses, including FE/EIT, OSHA 10-hour or OSHA 30-hour, and Professional Engineering License.