Lead Project Engineer – MEP (Employee-Owned)

Southland Industries; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Life insurance

Disability income protection

Paid time off & holidays

Professional development opportunities

Employee ownership

Job summary

Southland Industries is seeking a Project Engineer to support the project team on multiple complex projects, acting as a lead technical resource on smaller projects. The role requires interpreting plans, coordinating with stakeholders, and managing change orders.

Responsibilities include expediting materials, assembling submittal packages, procuring equipment and services, and helping select subcontractors. A bachelor’s in engineering and 3+ years’ experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent education, training and experience.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience.
• In-depth knowledge of applicable systems design, such as HVAC, plumbing, etc., as well as general understanding of system operations.
• Ability to read mechanical and plumbing plans.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong computer skills, including CADD and Microsoft Office, such as Excel.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with management and stakeholders and keeps them informed on all issues affecting project timeline and budget.
• Manages change orders. Ensures they are completed accurately and tracked as required.
• Expedites material as needed. Estimates the impact of project changes.
• Provides interpretation of plans and specifications.
• Assembles complete submittal packages and other required project documentation information.
• Procures equipment and materials and services; and participates in selection and hiring of subcontractors.
• Analyzes and resolves more complex questions and problems as needed.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Plan reading

Verbal communication

Written communication

Reading drawings

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

CADD

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Southland Industries is seeking a Project Engineer to support the project team on multiple complex projects, acting as a lead technical resource on smaller projects. The role requires interpreting plans, coordinating with stakeholders, and managing change orders.

Responsibilities include expediting materials, assembling submittal packages, procuring equipment and services, and helping select subcontractors. A bachelor’s in engineering and 3+ years’ experience are required.