Project Manager (Mechanical) Engineering& Construction

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority; Chelsea (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% telework potential

Job summary

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) in Chelsea, MA, seeks a senior mechanical engineer to lead rehabilitation and capital projects for waterworks and wastewater facilities, with a focus on HVAC systems. The role requires a PE license (preferred) and at least five years in engineering design and project management, plus two years in a supervisory capacity.

The position involves coordinating with communities and agencies, overseeing design and construction phases, and ensuring

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• At least five (5) years of engineering design, project management, and/or construction experience, preferably related to mechanical and HVAC systems serving major water/wastewater facilities.
• Two (2) years of experience in a supervisory capacity; or Any equivalent combination of education or experience.
• Valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operators License is required.
• Massachusetts license as Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Massachusetts is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages the planning and design phases of assigned rehabilitation and capital engineering projects; reviews reports, work plans, designs, cost estimates and other professional engineering work products.
• Supervises and performs professional engineering work of substantial difficulty requiring independent judgment; develops evaluations and designs, and prepares reports and contract documents.
• Manages consultant selection and supervision of professional engineering contracts, including scope, plans, costs, schedules, negotiations, and award recommendations; ensures budgets and terms compliance.
• Supervises and manages junior professional staff, assigns tasks, and provides technical assistance.
• Initiates new projects and prepares budget requests.
• Coordinates with communities, government agencies, and MWRA departments; provides technical information and outreach.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

HVAC systems

Project management

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

GIS

Microsoft Project

Oracle Primavera P6

Job description

Are you looking to make a meaningful impact on public health and the environment? Join the MWRA team! We deliver some of the nation's highest-quality drinking water to 3 million residents, restored Boston Harbor, and continue to invest in protecting vital public resources. Be part of a mission-driven organization where your work truly makes a difference in a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment.

Summary:

Manages professional engineering and design projects related to the rehabilitation and capital improvement of waterworks and wastewater facilities and infrastructure, with a primary focus on mechanical engineering and heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) projects.

Posting Period: 10/20/2026 - 11/02/2026
Location: Chelsea, MA
Salary: $100,049.18 - $139,887.65 annually; $1924.02 - $2690.15 weeklyWork Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm *May be eligible for 50% telework; waiting period may apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Manages the planning and design phases of assigned rehabilitation and capital engineering projects Performs and manages reviews of reports, memoranda, work plans, designs, cost estimates and other professional engineering work products, including evaluations, calculations, technical analyses, scheduling, and plans and specifications.
• Supervises and performs professional engineering work of substantial difficulty and importance requiring the exercising of independent engineering judgment including the gathering of information, development of evaluation and design, and preparation of reports, contract plans and specifications.
• Manages all phases of consultant selection and supervision of professional engineering consultant contracts including the development of scopes of services, plans and specifications, cost estimates and work schedules, participates in negotiations, and prepares contract award recommendations. Ensures compliance with contract budgets, schedules, and terms.
• Supervises and manages junior professional staff, including assignment of tasks and evaluation of performance. Provides technical assistance to staff.
• Initiates new projects and prepares capital and current expense budget requests.
• Coordinates projects with communities, external public interest groups, government agencies, and other MWRA departments. Provides technical information and assistance. May address professional and community groups and initiate outreach projects.
• Prepares documents to secure funding and permits from various federal, state and local agencies.
• Provides construction administration services during construction, including review of submittals, shop drawings and proposed change orders, provides interpretations and clarifications of contract documents, attends monthly progress meetings, performs inspections, provides review of redlined drawings, record drawings and detail records, and performs all other services necessary to support construction projects.
• Performs related duties as required.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field; and
• At least five (5) years of engineering design, project management, and/or construction experience, preferably related to mechanical and HVAC systems serving major water/wastewater facilities; and
• Two (2) years of experience in a supervisory capacity; or
• Any equivalent combination of education or experience.
• Valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operators License is required.
• Massachusetts license as Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Massachusetts is preferred.

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of principles and practices of mechanical engineering.
• Knowledge of design, construction and operation of mechanical systems and heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems preferred.
• Demonstrated interpersonal, managerial, written, and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative project team and also to function independently with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal regulations as applicable to the planning, design and construction of water and wastewater infrastructure
• Knowledge of Massachusetts bidding laws including M.G.L. Chapter 30 and Chapter 149 construction bidding regulations.
• Familiarity with computer software such as Microsoft Office Suite, GIS, Microsoft Project or Oracle Primavera P6 is preferred.

Tools and Equipment Used

Office equipment as normally associated with the use of telephone, personal computer including word processing and other software, copy and fax machine.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, office equipment or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, taste or smell.
The employee may be required frequently to lift and/or move up to ten pounds and occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to twenty five pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office environment with frequent periods of work outside in all weather conditions. The employee at times works near moving mechanical parts, and is at times exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration. The employee occasionally works in high or underground precarious places and is at times exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud in field settings and moderately quiet in an office setting.

Supervision Received and Exercised

Works under the general supervision of a Program Manager or Sr. Program Manager in the Engineering and Construction Department.
Exercises close supervision over a small staff of professional employees.

Other Position Information

PCR: 5525010
Division: Operations
Department: E&C - Engineering
Union/Grade: MOSES (Unit 9)/Grade 25

Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.