Project Engineer 2

The Project Engineer 2 role Manages assists the State Engineering Manager and State President to manage the Engineering & Construction Team and overall State Capital Budget. The position will manage personnel responsible for water and wastewater capital projects, from planning through design, and initial construction bidding and award. Client Details Our client employs people in a variety of roles within our multi-state footprint, ranging from field workers and customer service representatives who are on the front lines working with customers, to scientists and engineers who help ensure we're delivering reliable water and wastewater services to our communities. Description ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Responsible for planning engineering projects in multiple divisions. Manage the design of both water and sewer improvement projects i.e. tanks, boosters, lift stations, WTP projects, WWTP projects, regulating vaults, etc.) as needed. Work with hydraulic modeling team to evaluate and mitigate system-wide challenges Responsible for submittal of any required permits and approvals. Prepares and/or supervises the permit applications for selected projects and ensure all required permits are obtained with necessary approvals. Coordinates and manages construction projects including bidding, scheduling, and cost estimating. Enforces contract requirements and performs construction administration on assigned projects Work with consultants to necessary easements for all assigned projects. Negotiates and prepares property easements and oversees the preparation of property descriptions, survey and legal recording as required. Responsible for managing project financials i.e. work orders, purchase orders, invoicing etc. Collaborate with various departments state wide: operations, engineering, accounting, customer service Responsible for Due Diligence for possible new acquisitions. Responsible for reviewing water main extension plans to ensure the plans are in compliance with the NJ design standard. Assists with other tasks or projects as assigned. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans, and all other qualified applicants. Profile QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering is required. Selected candidate must be a Registered, Professional Engineer in the State of New Jersey or the ability to obtain PE license within 12 months from hire date. 4+ years of relevant experience is required. Experience working within water, wastewater and buried utilities is required. Valid NJ Drivers License required. Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $135,000 USD annually. Bonus Comprehensive benefits package disclosed upon offer. Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement. A supportive work environment that values innovation and collaboration. Exposure to impactful projects within the Energy & Natural Resources industry. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.