Natural Gas Utility Project Manager/Engineer

Overview

Founded in 1962, PS&S has evolved into a best-in-class architecture, engineering, surveying, and environmental consulting firm, providing design and consultation services to a wide range of public, corporate, institutional, and commercial clients. Recognized for both our breadth of services and depth of expertise, PS&S serves as a single source for planning, permitting, and design at the local, state, and federal levels. PS&S is proud to be named NJBIZ Best Places to Work in New Jersey (2025).

Position Summary

PS&S is seeking an experienced Natural Gas Utility Project Manager / Engineer to join our Wall, NJ office; however, the candidate could possibly work from our Cherry Hill or Warren offices. This position is ideal for a technically strong utility professional who can lead projects through all phases of design and delivery while managing schedules, budgets, and client expectations.

In this role, you will oversee multi-disciplinary project teams, provide technical leadership and QA/QC oversight, and ensure successful execution of gas utility infrastructure projects that support safe, reliable service for our clients and communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead natural gas utility projects from kickoff through completion, ensuring delivery on schedule, within scope, and within budget
• Oversee day-to-day project execution while ensuring compliance with client standards, regulatory requirements, and engineering best practices
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and resource plans
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to junior designers, engineers, and support staff
• Coordinate and perform QA/QC reviews of engineering deliverables
• Prepare and present project status updates, including identification of risks and mitigation strategies
• Review, interpret, and troubleshoot design plans for linear utility infrastructure projects
• Assist with preparing and submitting federal, state, county, and municipal permit applications
• Promote a collaborative, high-performance team environment focused on quality, accountability, and continuous improvement

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in distribution natural gas utility engineering and/or design
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
• Demonstrated project management experience, including planning, tracking, coordination, and delivery
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience strongly preferred
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (Civil 3D) required
• Strong communication skills and proficiency in MS Office; MS Project experience is a plus
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Willingness to use your own vehicle to drive to project sites within NJ and occasionally work outside traditional hours when needed
• Ability to communicate and coordinate with internal leadership and external stakeholders including clients and agencies, etc.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on meaningful, real-world infrastructure projects that support safe and reliable energy delivery.
• We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our career mapping, ongoing training, and career development program.
• We foster a collaborative team culture that values technical excellence and continuous learning.
• We give you the flexibility needed to do your best work with several work options including hybrid, on-site, and remote on some occasions.
• We offer competitive compensation along with an expansive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision benefits, life insurance, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more.

*Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, credentials, internal equity, market data, and geographic location.

• No recruiters or agencies please.
• Candidates must be based in the United States and must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for current or future sponsorship.

PS&S, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We strive to create workplaces that reflect the communities we serve and where everyone feels respected and empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. Together we are committed to building and supporting a culture where difference and inclusion are welcomed, embraced, and valued. We look to continually diversify our team and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.