Position DescriptionJPI is seeking a Project Engineer to support a federal client in project management and business operations initiatives. This role provides engineering subject matter expertise across civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and life safety systems, and serves as a primary technical resource across multiple CLINs. The Project Engineer is expected to operate with a high degree of independence and coordinate directly with DHS facility managers, COR, and stakeholder representatives.
Responsibilities Include:- Provide engineering analysis and technical review in support of PMO planning, execution, and reporting activities across all CLINs.
- Conduct and oversee facilities condition assessments (FCAs) of building systems including architectural, mechanical (HVAC/plumbing), electrical, fire/life safety, civil, and structural elements.
- Evaluate existing infrastructure against federal building codes, ADA requirements, and DHS/GSA standards; document deficiencies and prioritize corrective actions.
- Estimate remaining useful life (RUL) of major building components; develop detailed repair, replacement, and rehabilitation cost estimates by system, building, and priority level.
- Support development of the Master Plan, including infrastructure condition inputs, capital planning recommendations, and phased project timelines.
- Provide technical input for Building Automation System (BAS) assessments, including existing systems documentation, integration planning, and cybersecurity compliance requirements (FISMA, NIST SP 800-53).
- Review and contribute to design documents, wiring diagrams, and integration guides for campus operational technology systems.
- Coordinate site access, inspection scheduling, and data collection activities in a manner that minimizes disruption to DHS operations.
- Ensure compliance with historic preservation requirements
- Prepare technical sections of deliverable reports including FCA reports, executive summaries, prioritization matrices, and annotated floor plans/site maps.
- Support quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) review of all inspection and reporting activities.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Structural Engineering, or closely related engineering discipline from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in facilities engineering, infrastructure assessment, or capital planning within the federal government or large institutional environments.
- Demonstrated experience conducting or leading Facilities Condition Assessments (FCAs) across multiple building system types.
- Proficiency in developing construction cost estimates and lifecycle cost analyses.
- Working knowledge of applicable federal codes and standards including ADA, OSHA, IBC, and DHS/GSA facility requirements.
- Ability to obtain and maintain required DHS security clearance.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with CMMS, GIS-compatible data formats, or asset management systems preferred.
Preferred Requirements - Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in a relevant discipline.
- LEED AP, Certified Energy Manager (CEM), or equivalent sustainability credential.
- Experience with federal historic preservation requirements and Section 106 compliance.
- Familiarity with DHS or GSA facility standards and campus-scale infrastructure projects.
- Experience with BAS/building automation systems integration and cybersecurity frameworks (NIST SP 800-53, FISMA).
