Engineering Project Manager

Project Engineer

Chippewa Government Solutions LLC, a Sault Tribe Inc. (“STI Federal”) company, is searching for a dynamic and skilled Project Engineer to be a key part of our expanding team!

At STI Federal, we drive growth through strategic government contracting, fulfilling our mission to support the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians. Our company reinvests 100% of its profits into tribal businesses or community programs, enhancing the well‑being of over 52,000 tribal citizens. Our work empowers federal agencies and strengthens some of the nation’s most critical initiatives, while fostering opportunities for skilled professionals to make a meaningful impact.

As an Installation Project Engineer, you will manage, coordinate, and execute engineering projects supporting installation facilities and infrastructure. You will work closely across multiple functional areas—including contracting, finance, engineering teams, contractors, and installation stakeholders—to ensure the successful delivery of projects that meet mission requirements. You will assess technical needs, interpret regulations, manage project budgets, and ensure quality execution throughout all phases of design and construction.

• Collaborate with host, tenant, and supported units to identify, define, and document built‑infrastructure requirements.
• Conduct feasibility studies and evaluate alternatives (status quo, renovation, new construction) to address capability gaps.
• Determine correct legal work classification (Maintenance, Repair, Construction) in accordance with statutory definitions and DAF policy.
• Coordinate project siting with the installation master plan, securing siting approvals, NEPA compliance, and historic/cultural resource reviews.
• Develop and compile DD Form 1391 packages, ensuringaccuratescope, cost estimates, justifications, and operational impact documentation.
• Prepare and coordinate formal Economic Analyses for projects requiring lifecycle cost‑effectiveness justification.
• Draft and process Certificates of Compliance to verify conformance with UFC criteria, environmental standards, and safety regulations.
• Identify appropriate funding programs (FSRM, MILCON, UMMC, NAF) and ensure proper alignment with project requirements.
• Apply asset management principles to evaluate, prioritize, and justify installation requirements based on risk, mission impact, and facility condition.
• Advocate for installation projects through AFCAMP and POM cycles to secure funding within the Construction Tasking Order.
• AdviseBCE, Installation Commander, and Wing Leadership on project status, execution strategies, and statutory limitations.
• Coordinate planning responsibilities and funding boundaries with tenant units and external mission partners.
• Serve as technical liaison to resolve project validation issues with AFCEC, AFIMSC, and MAJCOM reviewers.
• Lead and manage installation‑related engineering projects, ensuring alignment with DoD facility standards and mission objectives.
• Coordinate cross‑functional contributions from contracting, engineering, finance, and external contractors tomaintainscope, schedule, budget, and quality.
• Oversee design, construction, sustainment, maintenance, and upgrades for installation facilities and infrastructure.
• Research, interpret, and apply engineering policies, regulations, and technical guidance to developtimelyproject solutions.
• Monitor project risks, performance metrics, deliverables, and documentation for compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements.
• Support development of engineering plans, specifications, cost estimates, and technical reviews.
• Engage stakeholders to resolve technical issues, ensure project alignment, and…