Project Engineer

Gradiant; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Gradiant is seeking a Project Engineer to support the Project Manager in all aspects of project execution for water and wastewater facilities. You will collaborate with Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Planning, HSE, and Testing & Commissioning to ensure successful delivery.

You will help manage safety, schedule, cost, and quality, driving efficiency and excellence. This role offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for innovation and career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in construction of water and wastewater treatment plants, engineering sector, refineries, chemical plants, or equivalent industries.
• PMP certification is preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Project or other project management software.
• Familiarity with SolidWorks and AutoCAD is an advantage but not mandatory.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review project schedules in coordination with the Planner.
• Obtain project status updates from Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Testing & Commissioning teams and ensure regular updates.
• Work closely with the Project Manager to execute project objectives, ensuring timely, cost-effective, and high-quality completion.
• Maintain and ensure accuracy of key project documents, including schedules, HSE documents (JMS & JSA), procurement lists, and construction manpower/equipment planning.
• Track project progress, analyze trends, and prepare status reports with recommendations for action.
• Interact with clients to understand their requirements and translate them into actionable project plans.
• Address client concerns, complaints, and requests throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify and resolve project-related issues in collaboration with the team.
• Ensure all project activities comply with industry standards, codes, policies, and performance requirements.
• Monitor project compliance with health, safety, contractual, and legal requirements.
• Work with external vendors and purchasing teams to specify equipment components, manage material take-offs, requisitions, and coordinate deliveries.
• Ensure alignment of procurement activities with project cost control and schedule requirements.
• Track project performance against key metrics and identify areas for improvement.
• Maintain project databases and ensure proper documentation and backups.
• Conduct regular meetings, prepare meeting minutes (MOM), and ensure clear communication among stakeholders.
• Work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Support Gradiant’s subsidiaries globally, as required.
• Maintain strong organizational and communication skills to ensure smooth project execution.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

PMP certification

Tools

MS Project

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Gradiant is a Different Kind of Water Company. With a full suite of differentiated and proprietary end-to-end solutions for advanced water and wastewater treatment powered by the top minds in water, the company serves its clients’ mission-critical operations in the world’s essential industries, including semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, lithium and critical minerals, and renewable energy. Gradiant’s innovative solutions reduce water used and wastewater discharged, reclaim valuable resources, and renew wastewater into freshwater. The Boston-headquartered company was founded at MIT and has over 1,400 employees worldwide. Discover us at www.gradiant.com

Role Overview

Gradiant is seeking a Project Engineer to support the Project Manager in all aspects of project execution. This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Planning, HSE, and Testing & Commissioning, to ensure successful project delivery.

The Project Engineer will play a key role in managing project safety, schedule, cost, and quality, assisting the Project Manager in driving efficiency and excellence. This role offers a dynamic and challenging environment with significant opportunities for innovation and career growth.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review project schedules in coordination with the Planner.
• Obtain project status updates from Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Testing & Commissioning teams and ensure regular updates.
• Work closely with the Project Manager to execute project objectives, ensuring timely, cost-effective, and high-quality completion.
• Maintain and ensure accuracy of key project documents, including schedules, HSE documents (JMS & JSA), procurement lists, and construction manpower/equipment planning.
• Track project progress, analyze trends, and prepare status reports with recommendations for action.
• Interact with clients to understand their requirements and translate them into actionable project plans.
• Address client concerns, complaints, and requests throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify and resolve project-related issues in collaboration with the team.
• Ensure all project activities comply with industry standards, codes, policies, and performance requirements.
• Monitor project compliance with health, safety, contractual, and legal requirements.
• Work with external vendors and purchasing teams to specify equipment components, manage material take-offs, requisitions, and coordinate deliveries.
• Ensure alignment of procurement activities with project cost control and schedule requirements.
• Track project performance against key metrics and identify areas for improvement.
• Maintain project databases and ensure proper documentation and backups.
• Conduct regular meetings, prepare meeting minutes (MOM), and ensure clear communication among stakeholders.
• Work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Support Gradiant’s subsidiaries globally, as required.
• Maintain strong organizational and communication skills to ensure smooth project execution.

Requirements

Certifications & Software Proficiency:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in construction of water and wastewater treatment plants, engineering sector, refineries, chemical plants, or equivalent industries.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Project or other project management software.
• Familiarity with SolidWorks and AutoCAD is an advantage but not mandatory.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Outlook).

Gradiant is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.