Project Engineer, Civil Engineering

North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) provides vital wholesale water, wastewater and solid waste management services to more than two million people who call North Texas their home. Our culture is deeply ingrained in our core values of Integrity, Trust, Respect, Unity, Service, and Teamwork (ITRUST). Our employees will tell you they feel a sense of purpose and have a daily opportunity to make a positive impact on the cities we serve by helping to provide services that their residents and businesses need to thrive.

We offer an array of excellent benefits, including comprehensive health and wellness packages, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, and a robust pension plan to help secure our employees’ financial future. If you are looking for a rewarding, long-term career where you can make a meaningful impact on the North Texas region, look no further than NTMWD!

Job Description

Summary:

At NTMWD, the Project Engineer functions as a design and construction manager in the delivery of our Capital Improvements Plan projects. Our core business is water and wastewater treatment and conveyance infrastructure, but project assignments could also include solid waste and other special projects, as needed. The project engineer position is a next level opportunity for the engineering professional with technical expertise and more than 5 years’ experience looking to advance their professional development into managing projects from concept through construction.

The Project Engineer works under the direction of an Engineering Program Manager and fills a critical role in our organization as the position that leads the delivery of the majority projects for our organization. The Project Engineer position offers an opportunity for increased responsibility and career development and includes potential promotional opportunities based on professional achievements and tenure. The Project Engineer is distinguished from our Associate Engineer position by the size and complexity of the project assignment, level of autonomy in making engineering decisions, professional accreditation (Texas Professional Engineer license required), and experience.

Job Description:

Job Responsibilities Performs project management functions supporting the delivery of capital improvement projects from inception, throughout the lifespan of the project: design, procurement, construction to startup, commissioning and handover to Operations team.

Performs role of project leader for design and construction of major water and wastewater projects ensuring conformance with NTMWD standards, operational needs, and regulatory requirements.

Reviews design reports, plans and specifications for completeness and technical accuracy.

Maintains accurate project records in NTMWD’s project management system including correspondence, reports, design documents, schedule and project cost updates.

Participates in and documents project meetings including design review meetings and construction progress meetings.

Manages construction project delivery with focus on project quality, schedule and cost control including review of submittals, RFIs, change orders, payment applications, and field observation reports.

Coordinates with Operations, Maintenance, and other NTMWD departments to address operational impacts and assist with tie-ins and facility shutdowns.

Manages completion of project including start-up, testing, and commissioning and review of final record drawings.

Performs and/or manages special projects and studies needed.

Tasked with leading project chartering meetings, developing requests for interviews and possible participation in the selection of professional services contracts.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Job…