Project Engineering Manager II

PAE Government Services Inc.; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 175,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

15 days of paid time off

Job summary

PAE Government Services Inc. is seeking a Project Engineering Manager II in Englewood, Colorado to oversee technical execution of High Hazard/High Consequence projects. This key role involves leading Project Engineers and maintaining strict project scope, cost, and schedule controls.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, over 12 years of experience, and a valid Professional Engineering License. A robust benefits package is offered, including medical, dental, vision insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 12+ years total engineering experience, with at least 5 years in a supervisory role.
• Professional Engineering License(s) in Good Standing.
• U.S. Citizenship with ability to maintain a Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead one or more Project Engineers and/or Supervising Discipline Engineers.
• Act as the project’s technical manager and ensure project execution.
• Coordinate and deliver Inter-Discipline and Client Design Reviews.

Skills

Exceptional oral and written communication skills

Strong time management and organizational skills

Leadership experience in a multi-discipline team

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in engineering

Job description

Overview

Amentum is seeking a high performing Project Engineering Manager II to lead the technical execution of High Hazard / High Consequence projects. The role focuses on engineering activities for complex mid-to-large scale projects, working closely with Project Managers, Project Engineers, Supervising Discipline Engineers, and Managing Discipline Engineers to ensure superior engineering performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead one or more Project Engineers and/or Supervising Discipline Engineers assigned to the project.
• Act as the project’s technical manager, establishing a reporting structure that promotes open communication and timely identification of challenges or issues.
• Exhibit exceptional control of scope, cost and schedule, with strong technical knowledge across diverse engineering disciplines.
• Orchestrate the design of a technically sound, safe and operable facility, ensuring adherence to industry codes, regulatory requirements and sound engineering practices.
• Develop and implement the project’s technical work plan in accordance with the Statement of Work (SOW), technical and functional requirements.
• Lead multi‑discipline technical coordination meetings, including interfaces with the customer.
• Facilitate the setup and deployment of engineering software and tools.
• Lead planning and scheduling of engineering tasks; coordinate Project Engineers / Control Account Managers (CAMS) and Supervising Discipline Engineers in development of schedule and budget.
• Review Change Notices and assist the Project Manager in change order management; lead the technical change control process.
• Serve as direct line Manager for RFIs and supplier submittal review packages.
• Coordinate and deliver Inter‑Discipline and Client Design Reviews, managing engineering comments, approvals and requests.
• Prepare and submit reports and forecasts on engineering and subcontractor services.
• Ensure quality, quantity and completeness of all assigned engineering tasks; develop and issue Engineering Execution Plans.
• Review engineering performance to ensure quality, conformance and completeness.
• Keep Project Manager and team advised of progress, performance and manpower utilization, paying attention to delays, adverse trends, errors and omissions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in an appropriate engineering discipline from a four‑year ABET‑accredited university.
• 12+ years total engineering experience, with at least 5 years in a supervisory role.
• Professional Engineering License(s) in Good Standing, with ability to obtain licensure in various states.
• U.S. Citizenship; ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

Key Selection Criteria

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills; working knowledge of word‑processing and integrated software applications; organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Leadership experience leading multi‑discipline teams in an AE setting across various disciplines (Civil, Structural, Architectural, Mechanical, Chemical/Process, Electrical, Controls, Specialty Design) throughout the EPCm lifecycle.
• Demonstrated experience in technical scope control, cost and schedule management, labor‑hour estimate development, and security clearance.

Preferred / Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of quality requirements such as NQA‑1.
• Experience in Process and Utility design, 3D Modeling / Plant Design Capabilities.
• DOE projects or DOE Laboratory Experience.
• Commercial Nuclear Experience.

Safety & Quality

Safety: Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees are responsible for maintaining a safe work environment and completing all safety training requirements.

Quality: Employees must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts.

Compensation & Benefits

Hiring Salary Range: $175,000 – $185,000 annually.

Benefits: medical, dental and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; life insurance; long‑term and short‑term disability insurance; 15 days of paid time off; parental leave; and other benefits as applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Amentum is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, ancestry, military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low‑income status, or mental or physical disability, so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.