Project Engineer III

Metro Consulting Associates LLC•Plymouth, MI

About The Position

The Project Engineer III is responsible for leading the design, reporting, and/or engineering on various engineering projects. Work will include various technical design and applicable permitting tasks as well as writing and reporting on a variety of projects including residential, commercial, infrastructure, and renewable energy for private and public clients.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, or related field and/or equivalent combination of education & experience
PE license required
Minimum seven (7) years applicable experience
Previous experience in land development or municipal engineering; thorough knowledge of all phases of civil engineering and the operation of municipal government
High proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office; BS&A knowledge a plus
Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to travel to the corporate office as well as client and project sites
Excellent concentration and proofreading skills with strong attention to detail
Exceptional written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively in diverse teams including technical and non-technical personnel
Resourceful, action-oriented, creative, and analytical thinker
Ability to work efficiently and effectively under tight deadlines as well as balance multiple projects by prioritizing effectively
Strong planning, organization, preparation, and execution capabilities
Open to new ideas, innovation, and change
Strong problem solving/analytical skills

Responsibilities

Responsible for everyday project activities, quality control, project deliverables, and plan set review
Make engineering design decisions independently or with minimal oversight
Serve as main point-of-contact for all project-related questions and concerns from internal and external stakeholders
Lead communication with contractors and subcontractors on all engineering tasks
Proactively manage design issues, budgetary concerns, and other project-related complications
Coordinate regularly with other internal and/or external team members, clients, and municipal agencies
Perform quality assurance/quality control checks regularly and proactively resolve any quality issues
Recommend solutions to technical or regulatory issues for permit compliance
Lead and coordinate large projects ensuring deadlines, technical aspects, and quality and financial expectations of design intent are met
Perform field inspections of existing site conditions and water, sewer, road, and other infrastructure as necessary
Produce drawings using computer assisted design/drafting equipment and software, and/or modify drawings as necessary
Plot, organize and assemble project-related documents, permit applications, and cut sheets
Responsible for obtaining permits with various local, county and/or state agencies as necessary
Prepare project specifications, standard details, bid documents, and quantities for construction estimate
As necessary, ability to work independently on municipal projects or scheduled meetings with municipal staff, customers, or other governmental agencies; municipal duties may include preparation of water and sewer rates, budgets, fee schedules, standards, capital improvement plans, and application process.
Exercise judgment with adaptations of engineering alternatives while adhering to Company standards and methodologies
Perform QA/QC review on drawings, technical reports, and other project related documents
Serve as technical resource and mentor for other associates within team and across company
Maintain exceptional internal and external client relations
Achieve performance objectives and financial metrics
All other duties as assigned