Project Engineer I

Project Engineer I Location: White Plains, US Summary The Project Engineer directs, monitors, and controls the engineering, design and procurement phases of new generation projects, new transmission projects and conventional facility modifications. They are involved in and contribute at all levels daily during construction to ensure the cost and project scope are under control. The Project Engineer is responsible for, and monitors, the work performed by consultants and other external resources.#LI-AH1 Responsibilities Responsible for Project Management for all stages of the project lifecycle from initiation through close out for projects and/or programs and ensuring deliverables are received incompliance with schedule. Responsibilities require minimal guidance from high-lever Project Engineer(s) Oversee and coordinate all in-house as well as external resources for all activities related to the project. Ensure applicable licensing, environmental, permitting, safety, code compliance, construction, and requirements/input of all project stakeholders is incorporated into the project especially during initiation through design phase of the project. Review and contribute to all project documentation including drawings, technical specifications, assessment reports, asset and risk registry, budgets, forecasts, invoices, schedules, variances, etc. for the project. Develop bid documents, evaluate bid proposals, and make award recommendations Prepare Trustee Items, capital funding requests, and project annual budgets Partner with Construction Engineers in developing contract change orders, preparing invoices and coordinating construction sequencing and site outages, coordinate all field and design changes. Support and guide/mentor lower-level Project Engineer(s). Master understanding of and comply with NYPA's Project Management, Governance, and Expenditure Authorization Procedures. Expand understanding of and comply with NYPA's Project Management, Governance, and Expenditure Authorization Procedures. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Working knowledge of related disciplines and understanding of the effects on the Authority and its customers. Awareness of changes and advancements in the industry and develop industry-wide expertise. Understanding of how NYPA interacts with outside organizations, including other utilities and regulatory agencies, and with its customers. Familiar with NYPA's budgets, costs, and policies. Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills. Strong negotiating skills. Strong problem-solving skills. Demonstrated ability to handle a project from start to finish, with guidance of Senior Project Engineers and Project Manager. Education, Experience and Certifications Bachelor Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or related field. Minimum of 4 years of technical, engineering, and/or Project/Construction management experience. New York State EIT certification preferred. Project Management Professional certification preferred or ability to obtain within 2 years. Design Build Institute of America certification preferred or ability to obtain within 2 years. Physical Requirements Approximately 25% travel primarily within NY State. Willingness to enter confined spaces and climb/scale power system apparatuses. Ability to travel to vendor facilities (worldwide) to support construction activities and to inspect equipment fabrication and commissioning for length of time needed. The New York Power Authority is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. The target salary range for this position is: $99,350.00 - $120,000.00. The salary offered will be determined based on the successful candidates' relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The New York Power Authority and Canal Corporation believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents and veterans to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, NYPA/Canals is committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect communities across New York and enthusiastically serve them. We proudly celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race/color, creed/religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, military status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy and related conditions, familial/marital status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest/criminal conviction record or any other category protected by law. NYPA/Canals will also provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process related to candidates' disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, religious observances/practices and/or domestic violence concerns. To request an accommodation, please email . New York is Powered by You We are a team of over 1,900 energy technologists, IT specialists, business experts, hydro engineers, and other professionals leading the energy revolution. With state-of-the-art technology, advanced R&D, and a modernized infrastructure, we provide New Yorkers with low-cost, clean, reliable power - and we are well on the way to becoming the first fully digital utility in the country. At NYPA, you will be empowered to think big, do good, and transform the energy industry. NYPA on Forbes 'Best of' - again NYPA is ranked by Forbes as one of America's best midsize employers for 2022 ( for the fourth consecutive year Browse today and apply.

Created: 2024-10-19