Project Engineer Water

Mott MacDonald; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

PTO

Parental leave

Life insurance

Job summary

Mott MacDonald in the New York City area seeks an Assistant Resident Engineer with 5+ years of construction management experience in water/wastewater projects. This role focuses on on-site CM delivery, staff supervision, safety, and project controls in a collaborative, field-oriented environment.

You’ll work in a hybrid model with significant field work and office collaboration, supporting projects from design through commissioning for municipal infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related degree.
• 5+ years of experience in construction management for water/wastewater projects.
• NY/NYC-related registrations preferred (NYS PE, CCM).
• OSHA safety training.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with municipal agencies or NYCDEP preferred.
• Ability to work proactively in a high-paced field environment.
• Valid driver’s license; 100% field work.
• Knowledge of CM processes, means and methods; applicable NYC/NYS regulations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Familiarity with Primavera P6 and eBuilder.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the on-site delivery of construction management (CM) services.
• Supervise and support CM staff on site.
• Assist in enforcing safety programs and compliance.
• Support schedule, cost, quality, and information management tools and processes.
• Assist in project controls activities including schedule/cost control and change management.
• Participate in project meetings with contractors and stakeholders.
• Monitor contract progress and process payment documents.
• Review and negotiate cost estimates, change orders, and claims.
• Foster cooperative partnerships among clients, contractors and stakeholders.
• Support start-up and commissioning activities.

Skills

Construction management

Team collaboration

Communication

Field operations

Education

Construction engineering

Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

eBuilder

Job description

At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story.

If you share that vision, even if you don’t meet every requirement listed, we’d still love to hear from you. We value potential and diverse perspectives as much as experience. Let’s explore how we can support your growth and help you take the next step in your career, while contributing to an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.

Mott MacDonald is looking for an Assistant Resident Engineer to join our ever-expanding construction management team in the New York City area. We are currently looking for a professional with experience in the provision of construction management services for water/wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, and pipeline construction projects.

Job responsibilities include:

• Assist in the on-site delivery of construction management (CM) services.
• Support and supervise staff of CM professionals, including Construction Field Office Engineers, Inspectors, and other CM professionals as necessary.
• Assist in the implementation of construction safety requirements and confirm that construction contractor safety programs are submitted, approved, and followed by all parties involved in the project.
• Support the implementation of schedule, cost, quality, communication, decision-making, and information tools and processes across the project.
• Assist in program and project controls activities such as schedule control, cost control, change management, risk management, and reporting tools.
• Participate in project meetings with contractors and stakeholders.
• Monitor the construction contract progress and assist in preparing and processing all necessary payment documents certifying the installed quantities.
• Review, analyze, and assist in negotiating construction cost estimates, change orders, and contractor claims.
• Work to build a cooperative partnership between clients, contractors, and all stakeholders to ensure timely resolution of project issues and the overall success of the project.
• Assist in the enforcement of contract documents, including plans and specifications.
• Understand start-up and commissioning plans and identify associated resources as necessary.

The successful candidate will require the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related degree.
• 5+ years of experience performing construction management in water/wastewater projects.
• Registration: NYS PE (Preferred), CCM (Preferred).
• OSHA safety training.
• Proficiency in the use of computers to prepare reports using Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience working for municipal agencies or utility infrastructure organizations, such as NYCDEP (preferred).
• Ability to respond proactively in a high-paced environment and willingness to adjust and respond effectively to changes.
• Valid Driver’s license.
• Required to work 100% in the field locations.
• Knowledge of construction management processes, means, and methods and understanding of all facets of the construction process.
• Working knowledge of relevant regulations, NYC local and national building codes, and NYCDEP Procedures and Processes.
• Strong verbal/written communication skills and ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment.
• Working knowledge of construction management software packages (Primavera P6, eBuilder).

Benefits & Reward

At Mott MacDonald, our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, providing them with a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses. We provide a comprehensive benefit package that includes 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave, and company paid life insurance.

Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills.

The expected salary for this position is $130,000 - $160,000.

Collaboration at Our Core

At Mott MacDonald, we believe great ideas happen when we’re together. Our hybrid approach centers on an in-office culture, with most of your time spent collaborating face-to-face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection, so you and your manager can choose how to meet client, team, and personal commitments.

Equal opportunity is the law.

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.