Bartlett & West · 1 month ago
Lead Project Engineer - Electrical
US-ND-Bismarck
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expBartlett & West is an engineering and technology firm headquartered in Topeka, KS, seeking a Lead Project Engineer - Electrical. This role involves designing electrical engineering projects within the MEP Group, collaborating with project managers, and ensuring project quality and profitability.
Civil Engineering
Responsibilities
Acts as a technical specialist in mechanical/electrical/plumbing focus area
Develops plans and specifications for mechanical/electrical/plumbing projects
Will focus on cooling/heating, duct design & layout, hydronic HVAC system, plumbing, lighting, building power system and power distribution design work
Designs new or renovation projects, performs site investigations and documents existing conditions
Provides internal technical advice to project managers throughout the company for the purpose of preparing proposals and developing client presentations
Collaborates with a project manager with project planning and provides technical guidance on the development of the project scope, concepts and strategies to be used, task organization, estimates of effort, fee structure and amount, risk management, the identification of other required resources, and schedules necessary to complete the project. Collaborates with the development of cost and budget estimates for the project
Directs, manages and participates in the production of the project deliverables, up to and including signing and sealing of work products as a Registered Professional Engineer. Performs or participates in some or all of the following:
Preliminary studies, plans and cost estimates
Plan, oversee, and develop final report for studies
Definition of and oversight of design process
Designs and plan production
Conducting project status/review meetings
Specification and contract document development and production
Bidding and contract award
Contract Administration oversight
Monitors and maintains quality on all facets of the project deliverable
Performs site investigations and prepares report(s) documenting existing conditions
Utilizes AutoCAD and Revit to design and analyze projects
Provides input to the project manager and/or others regarding the monthly project accounting process, including review of time and expense charges to projects
In coordination with the project manager and team leader, oversees and directs the assignments of engineers and technicians assigned to a project
Develops and fosters an open environment encouraging communication and collaboration among team members assigned to a project. Provides constructive performance feedback to project team members and coaches to improve performance
Provides performance information on all project team members to the team leader, Delivery/Marketing leader or project manager
Stays abreast of new engineering trends, techniques, strategies, philosophies and methods. Participates in professional organization(s) in the engineer’s area of expertise and/or client focus. Maintains professional licensure in the states required by the company
Regularly analyzes specific issues on project manager’s project to recommend solutions that are efficient and cost effective
Meets with vendors of equipment on a technical basis with project managers and project teams as directed
Selects appropriate materials and equipment for the project application, accounting for desired performance, costs, and operation and maintenance considerations
Visits clients and job sites as needed to support project(s) and business development needs
Provides consultation/guidance to senior technicians/designers for plumbing equipment, HVAC equipment, and electrical equipment selection and layout
May serve as consultant on mechanical/electrical/plumbing projects during construction phase
Typically handles multiple projects for multiple clients simultaneously and works with complex, difficult projects that could also be large in focus and complexity
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in architectural, mechanical (HVAC background), or electrical (building systems background) engineering or related engineering field required
8+ years engineering experience in mechanical/electrical/plumbing design and P.E. licensure required
Must obtain professional licensure in the states required by the company as soon as possible
Effective communication skills (verbal and written)
Excellent listening and reading skills, including proofreading
Effective problem solving and decision making skills
Strong interpersonal skills to develop and maintain client and employee relationships
Ability to lead, train, and mentor others
Self-awareness: Knowing one's strengths and limits with a strong sense of one's self-worth and capabilities
Self-regulation: Keeping emotions in check; trustworthy; taking responsibility for personal performance; flexibility; innovative
Customer service orientation
Political awareness: Reads a group's emotional current and power relationships
Collaborative
Ability to negotiate
Analytical and critical thinking skills
Ability to achieve business results
Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain appropriate amount of detail
Demonstrates a high degree of creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in planning, organizing and problem analysis and resolution
Strong proficiency in MS Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit
Ability to embrace new technology and processes including learning other software programs as needed (Adobe, Bluebeam, Deltek Vision accounting and project planning software, Client Relationship Management software, etc.)
Exhibits initiative, responsibility, flexibility, and leadership
Good time management skills with ability to handle complex deadline driven workload
Ability to work independently and within a team successfully
Detailed knowledge of HVAC Systems design including HVAC load calculations, cost estimating, system selection and hydronic and pump systems
Detailed knowledge of Plumbing layout & design including domestic water, waste and vent piping systems, plumbing fixture selection and cost estimates
Detailed knowledge of Electrical Systems design including riser/one-line diagrams, power distribution, electrical service size calculations, lighting design and cost estimates
Familiarity with building code requirements and working with authority having jurisdiction
Writing MEP project specifications
Preferred
Knowledge/experience of AutoCAD, Revit and MEP software strongly preferred
SpecLink familiarity preferred
Company
Bartlett & West
Bartlett & West was built with one goal in mind, to make our communities better, safer and more resilient—one well-conceived project at a time.
201-500 employees
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