We are seeking a full-time
Capital Improvements Project Engineer to join our team in Atlanta, GA, supporting projects across neighboring municipalities. Design experience in stormwater design projects is preferred. Some travel to neighboring cities is required.
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Position Summary:
The Capital Improvements Project Engineer plans, coordinates, and delivers capital improvement projects from initial assessment through design, construction, commissioning, and closeout. This role provides technical oversight, manages consultants and contractors, utilities, and other stakeholders. This role will report directly with the Capital Improvements Project Manager and the Public Works Director/Deputy Director.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop project scopes, technical requirements, cost estimates, schedules, and implementation plans.
- Provide support to multiple infrastructure related capital projects.
- Review land development permits against the City code and ensure the implementation of streetscape requirements, streetlighting, etc.
- Coordinate feasibility studies, site investigations, surveys, design reviews, permitting, aid with procurement, negotiations, etc.
- Direct the work of engineer consultants, contractors, other vendors, inspectors, and other project partners.
- Review drawings, specifications, submittals, shop drawings, requests for information, schedules, and contractor proposals.
- Conduct site visits and progress meetings; identify field issues and coordinate timely resolution.
- Verify compliance with applicable codes, permits, safety requirements, accessibility standards, environmental requirements, and internal policies.
- Understanding of design standards, including, GDOT, AASHTO, MUTCD, etc.
- Coordinate construction activities with operations and stakeholders to minimize service disruptions.
- Work along side the Capital Improvements Manager to complete preconstruction activities on capital projects and the paving/resurfacing program.
- Maintain accurate project records, status reports, meeting minutes, logs, closeout documents, warranties, and as-built information.
- Support capital program and planning by assessing asset conditions, developing priorities, and preparing budget requests.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in civil or construction engineering, or a related discipline.
- Relevant experience managing design and construction projects in an owner, consulting, contractor, or facilities environment.
- Working knowledge of engineering principles and construction practices.
- Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, schedules, cost estimates, and technical reports.
- Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, negotiation, and written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with standard office software and project scheduling, cost-control, and document-management tools. Examples include BlueBeamPDF, AuoCAD, Microstation, etc.
- Valid Class C driver's license with a safe driving record (local travel to construction sites is required)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Engineer-in-Training certification.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements:
This position operates in both office (60%) and active project environments (40%). Regular travel to project sites and occasional work outside standard business hours may be required. The employee must be able to inspect construction areas, navigate uneven surfaces, use required personal protective equipment, and perform other essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as various market and business considerations.
US Pay Range
$85,000-$105,000 USD
Full-time employees receive a well-rounded benefit package including access to our company-sponsored Medical (including an HSA High Deductible option), Dental, Vision, FSA, and Supplemental Life Insurance plans. We also offer 100% company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage. Employees are eligible to participate in our company's 401(k) plan with up to a 4% match. Additionally, employees receive paid vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, and are able to participate in employee ownership options. MacKay pays for expenses associated with licensure as well as annual performance bonuses.
Open until filled.
