Senior Project Engineer

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Base pay range: $80,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr

At ACE, we specialize in complex heavy civil construction projects with a focus on water and wastewater treatment facilities throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. For over 21 years, we have been Building to Last—investing in our people, delivering high-quality projects, and building lasting relationships with clients and communities.

The Senior Project Engineer provides technical and administrative services on large-scale wastewater treatment and utility infrastructure projects. The role is ideal for an experienced engineer who can manage project planning, scheduling, cost control, procurement, and subcontractor coordination while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and in alignment with ACE’s high standards of quality.

• Provide engineering support for day-to-day construction activities on assigned projects.
• Manage daily operations for multiple construction projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Review and understand contract plans, specifications, technical submittals, and shop drawings.
• Interpret engineering drawings to facilitate accurate project execution, including creating and analyzing work packages.
• Perform quality control checks of submittals and materials delivered to the project.
• Manage project budgets and schedules, optimize resource allocation, track expenses, and ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, contractors, and stakeholders to streamline project delivery and resolve on-site challenges.
• Utilize advanced construction management techniques to enhance project efficiency and overall outcomes.
• Identify field problems, conduct analysis, and propose innovative solutions to constructability challenges.
• Coordinate and manage subcontractor activities, including contract negotiations, scheduling, and quality control oversight.
• Generate and submit daily reports to provide real-time insights on project progress, KPIs, and milestones.
• Attend all project meetings.
• Supervise 1-3 Project Engineers/Co-Ops.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience as a Project Engineer or Construction Engineer, including experience on wastewater treatment plant projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction management principles, project scheduling, budgeting, and quality control.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Drug testing and background checks required.

• Building People – Provides guidance and mentorship to project engineers and co-ops.
• Building Projects – Ensures projects are executed efficiently, on schedule, and within budget.
• Building Clients – Builds trust and delivers on client expectations through clear and transparent communication.
• Building Community – Fosters collaboration and teamwork across project teams and stakeholders.

• Full-time, on active construction sites and in office settings as needed.
• Routine use of standard construction tools, personal protective equipment (PPE), and office equipment.

• Ability to stand, walk, and climb stairs/ladders on site as needed.
• Regularly required to talk, hear, and use hands/arms to handle tools, equipment, and project documentation.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Engineering and Information Technology

Construction

ACE is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, veteran status, or disability. ACE Services is a drug-free workplace.