Mechanical Engineer Project Manager Facilities

Department: Government

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Somerville, NJ

Description

We Are Borton-Lawson, a Verdantas Company! In 2023 Borton-Lawson became a Verdantas Company, providing clients with environmental and sustainable infrastructure solutions. The two companies combined workforces to expand their national footprint of engineers, architects, surveyors, biologists, laboratory specialist,s and registered drone pilots together. Supporting its clients with exceptional, high-quality, value-added services and sustainable solutions that consistently exceed expectations. It’s a rare opportunity to get to shape the evolution of a company emerging in the AEC industry. Be a part of building the next great comprehensive consulting firm with business optimizing technology, environmental, energy, water, transportation, energy, and civil infrastructures. We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer Project Manager to lead and monitor design functions for various Facilities clients and projects in the Power, Manufacturing, and Government markets. The qualified candidate must be able to lead a project team through the conceptual, preliminary, final design, and construction phases of a project while building successful working relationships with clients and approval agencies. BL provides a collaborative and flexible work environment that promotes creativity and use of various engineering technologies (GIS, Drones, 3-D design, BIM/CIM modeling, & Digital As-Builts). This position can be hybrid and local to Somerville, NJ.

Responsibilities:

• Development of the project plan including project scope of work and WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) for complex multi-discipline-based projects
• Manage project execution including project scope, schedule, budget, and project resources including external vendors, consultants, and contractors
• Monitor project progress and identify potential problems early in the project development
• Effectively track and stabilize projects, implement solutions to obstacles, and ensure client goals are achieved
• Hold internal project meetings, provide guidance and direction for work progression, drive coordination between various disciplines, and hold team members accountable. Attend client meetings and communicate concerns and changes with the client in order to ensure a positive relationship and growth opportunities
• Effectively track and stabilize projects, implement solutions to obstacles, and ensure client goals are achieved
• Attend client meetings and communicate concerns and changes with the client in order to ensure a positive relationship and growth opportunities
• Prepare preliminary designs and budgetary estimates
• Lead the development of plans, specifications, studies, estimates, material lists, and other deliverables
• Ensure team adherence to QA/QC program
• Prepare technical reports and correspondence for project designs and studies.
• Drive safety initiatives
• Responsible for operational efficiency including minimizing outstanding WIP and A/R by ensuring client milestones, budgets, and expectations are met
• Assist in the preparation and/or monitoring of complex schedules to ensure the timely completion of the work
• Engages in business development efforts and prepares responses to Requests for Proposals

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 5-10 years of industry experience
• 2-6 years of project management experience
• Professional Engineering License or ability to obtain within 6-12 months
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus
• Proficiency with project management and financial analysis tools
• Strong writing, documentation, communication, and leadership skills

Benefits:

• Flexible Work Environment 
• Paid Parental Leave 
• Medical 
• Dental 
• Vision 
• Life and AD&D Insurance 
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability 
• 401(k) with Company Match 
• Paid Time Off + Holidays