Project Development Engineer - Remote

Overview

We are seeking a Project Development Engineer to join our federal team that specializes in supporting U.S. military and other U.S. federal government sites, primarily within our Mid-Atlantic / National Capital Region (VA/MD/DC area). This is a remote (work from home) position with the ability to travel as needed. This role will lead the design, development, scope definition, and cost development for facility improvement projects for U.S. Military and other federal government sites within the region, primarily working with building mechanical and electrical equipment and systems (HVAC mechanical, HVAC controls and automation, lighting, utilities, SCADA, fire, and/or electronic security, etc).

In Short

• Lead the design, development, scope definition, and cost development for facility sustainment and modernization projects.
• Work closely with Sales Account Executives to understand customer’s goals and challenges.
• Conduct site surveys, system assessments, and initial data collection.
• Review customer RFPs and design documents for accurate pricing.
• Write and edit technical proposal narratives.
• Ensure project scope of work is well-defined.
• Establish ongoing relationships with technical personnel within the customer’s organization.
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams to develop cost estimates and project requirements.
• Apply methods to estimate baselines and potential savings.
• Support the Operations team in identifying risks and developing schedules.

Requirements

• Experience with initial project development for facilities/building improvement projects.
• Demonstrated subject matter expertise with large Mechanical Installations or low voltage electrical systems.
• Experience independently leading site surveys.
• Strong estimating skills and experience.
• Capable of assessing design risk.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and work effectively with others.
• Comfortable presenting in customer-facing situations.
• Ability to travel, up to 50%.
• U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain required government security clearances.

Benefits

• Eligible for benefits on first day of employment.
• 3 weeks paid vacation, 5 sick days, 3 floating holidays, and 10 standard holidays per calendar year.
• Bonus eligible.
• Paid time off: 6.5 weeks in total.
• Travel required: Up to 50%, depending on home location.