Project Engineering Manager (Gas Power Generation)

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

We are seeking a Project Engineering Manager (Gas Power Generation) - Civil, Environmental & Permitting to support large-scale power generation and renewable energy infrastructure projects, including gas turbine facilities integrated with solar and battery energy storage systems (BESS).

This role is responsible for leading and coordinating civil engineering design, hydrology, drainage, environmental engineering, and permitting activities throughout project development, engineering, construction, and commissioning phases.

The position will serve as the technical representative for civil, environmental, and water-related disciplines, providing oversight of EPC contractors and engineering/environmental consultants while managing technical risks that may impact project cost, schedule, regulatory compliance, or constructability.

Key Responsibilities

Civil Engineering Design

• Lead coordination and technical oversight of civil engineering design activities performed by EPC contractors and engineering consultants.

• Review and evaluate civil design deliverables, including:

• Site layouts

• Grading and earthwork plans

• Foundation interfaces

• Roads and access systems

• Underground utilities

• Site development infrastructure

• Ensure civil designs meet project requirements, constructability standards, and environmental/permitting constraints.

• Support optimization of site layouts and grading strategies to reduce environmental impacts, construction risks, and earthwork requirements.

• Participate in design reviews, value engineering initiatives, and constructability assessments.

Hydrology, Drainage & Water Resources

• Coordinate hydrology, drainage, and stormwater management studies supporting project development.

• Review technical analyses including:

• Hydrologic and hydraulic studies

• Floodplain assessments

• Stormwater management plans

• Erosion and sediment control plans

• Drainage design packages

• Ensure water resource considerations are properly integrated into civil design and construction planning.

• Develop and support mitigation strategies for flood risk, erosion, and surface water impacts.

Environmental Engineering & Permitting

• Manage and coordinate environmental engineering and permitting activities for gas turbine power generation projects, including simple-cycle and combined-cycle facilities.

• Oversee EPC contractors and environmental consultants responsible for:

• Environmental studies

• Emissions calculations

• Regulatory documentation

• Permit applications

• Review environmental deliverables for technical accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.

• Manage permitting schedules and ensure alignment with project development and execution milestones.

• Track permit conditions and ensure environmental requirements are incorporated into:

• Civil and plant design

• Construction activities

• Commissioning plans

EPC Contractor & Consultant Management

• Serve as the primary coordination lead for civil, environmental, and water resource activities with EPC contractors.

• Define scopes of work, review technical proposals, and manage consultant performance.

• Monitor quality, schedule, and budget performance of engineering and environmental deliverables.

• Participate in:

• Engineering design reviews

• Constructability reviews

• Technical risk assessments

• Support resolution of civil, environmental, and permitting challenges during project execution.

Regulatory & Stakeholder Coordination

• Support communication with regulatory agencies and stakeholders regarding civil, environmental, and water resource approvals.

• Assist with responses to regulatory comments, information requests, and stakeholder inquiries.

• Support public consultation and disclosure activities when required.

Documentation, Reporting & Risk Management

• Maintain organized project records, including:

• Permits

• Technical studies

• Design documentation

• Regulatory correspondence

• Compliance records

• Provide regular reporting on:

• Permitting progress

• Civil design status

• Environmental risks

• Hydrology and drainage constraints

• Support development of project schedules, budgets, risk registers, technical reports, and due diligence documentation.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

• 5-10 years of experience supporting civil and environmental engineering activities for power generation or large industrial infrastructure projects.

• Experience managing EPC contractors and engineering/environmental consultants.

• Strong understanding of:

• Civil site development

• Environmental permitting processes

• Hydrology and drainage considerations

• Industrial or power generation infrastructure

• Strong technical review, project coordination, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with gas turbine, simple-cycle, or combined-cycle power generation projects.

• Experience reviewing civil and environmental design packages during EPC execution.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.

Core Competencies

• Owner/developer-side EPC and consultant management

• Civil, environmental, and water resource risk management

• Integrated site and plant design coordination

• Regulatory compliance and permitting oversight

• Schedule and cost-focused decision-making

• Strong technical leadership and stakeholder communication

Company Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.

We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.

Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.

We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.

We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.

Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.

As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.

Company Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.\r\n\r\nWe’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.\r\n\r\nOur Services\r\nW3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.\r\n\r\nWe specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.\r\n\r\nWe are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.\r\n\r\nOur Expertise\r\nW3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.\r\n\r\nAs a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.