Lead Project Engineer for Complex MEP Projects

Southland Industries; Brandywine (MD); On-site; USD 99,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Annual bonus program

Paid holidays and time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Southland Industries is seeking a project engineer to support the project team on multiple projects, acting as a lead technical resource on smaller projects. You will collaborate with management, manage change orders, procure equipment and subcontractors, and interpret plans and specs to keep projects on schedule and within budget.

The role requires reading mechanical/plumbing plans, HVAC/plumbing system knowledge, and strong communication and CAD/Microsoft Office skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent education, training and experience.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience
• In-depth knowledge of applicable systems design (e.g., HVAC, plumbing) and system operations.
• Ability to read mechanical and plumbing plans
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong computer skills, including CAD and Microsoft Office (Excel)

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with management and stakeholders to inform on project timeline and budget.
• Manages change orders; expedites materials and estimates impact of changes.
• Interprets plans and specifications.
• Assembles submittal packages and project documentation information.
• Procures equipment, materials, services; participates in subcontractor selection and hiring.
• Analyzes and resolves complex questions and problems as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

CAD / CADD

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Plan interpretation

Read mechanical/plumbing plans

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD (CADD)

Excel

Job description

Southland Industries is seeking a project engineer to support the project team on multiple projects, acting as a lead technical resource on smaller projects. You will collaborate with management, manage change orders, procure equipment and subcontractors, and interpret plans and specs to keep projects on schedule and within budget.

The role requires reading mechanical/plumbing plans, HVAC/plumbing system knowledge, and strong communication and CAD/Microsoft Office skills.