Project Engineer III

Metro Consulting Associates, LLC; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Engineer III to lead diverse engineering projects across residential, commercial, and infrastructure sectors. This role involves overseeing project activities, ensuring quality control, and collaborating with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, a PE license, and significant experience in land development or municipal engineering. With a focus on innovative solutions and effective communication, this position offers a dynamic work environment where your expertise can significantly impact project success. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to excellence in engineering and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field required.
• PE license and minimum seven years of applicable experience necessary.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and engineering on various projects, ensuring quality control.
• Serve as main point-of-contact for all project-related questions.
• Perform field inspections and produce drawings using CAD software.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Excel

Interpersonal Communication

Problem Solving

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

PE license

Tools

Microsoft Office

BS&A Software

Job description

Description

Position Description:

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.

Duties & 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 estimates
• 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.

Requirements

Qualifications

• 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

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Office and field setting
• Regularly required to sit or walk for long periods of time
• Frequently lifts or moves objects up to 20 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus