What are the responsibilities and job description for the PPG - Project Engineer Manager position at QISG?
PPG is a sister company of QISG under the parent Quanta Services, Inc. This posting is for a direct hire position of Phoenix Power Group and is solely for the purpose of Phoenix Power Group.
Phoenix Power Group (PPG) is a leading Construction Services Company providing Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) Services specializing in the installation of utility and industrial process infrastructure including substations, power generation, industrial process facilities, and renewable fuel projects in North America. PPG is a subsidiary of Quanta Services Inc., the largest specialty contractor in North America, providing large single-source solutions and leading the industry in its ability to deliver a collective scope of services, expertise, and manpower.
PPG is an EPC contractor specializing in the installation of utility and industrial process infrastructure including substations, power generation, industrial process facilities, and renewable fuel projects. PPG utilizes a motivated team of in-house subject matter experts, construction managers, project managers, engineers, and project staff to manage the execution of the engineering, procurement, and construction of various projects.
PPG is currently planning, negotiating, and executing EPC contracts for large electrical infrastructure projects, including HVDC substations, and complex industrial projects in the western US, targeting a start date of 1Q/2Q 2025. PPG is seeking to hire a Project Engineer stationed in the PPG Paramus Headquarters. Engineering is executed via subcontract with architect engineering firms specializing in the project industry and market. PPG’s in-house engineering activities serve as preliminary engineering design bases and as critical oversight of the subcontracted engineering firms. This role will be a part of our in-house engineering team.
PRIMARY FUNCTION
The Project Engineer is instrumental in supporting our engineering and management project team. The main responsibilities include coordinating with team members, processing documents, maintaining key project management tools, and providing various support functions to ensure the successful execution of projects within our utility and industrial projects. The project engineer supports all phases of project execution from front end studies through project completion.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Phoenix Power Group (PPG) is a leading Construction Services Company providing Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) Services specializing in the installation of utility and industrial process infrastructure including substations, power generation, industrial process facilities, and renewable fuel projects in North America. PPG is a subsidiary of Quanta Services Inc., the largest specialty contractor in North America, providing large single-source solutions and leading the industry in its ability to deliver a collective scope of services, expertise, and manpower.
PPG is an EPC contractor specializing in the installation of utility and industrial process infrastructure including substations, power generation, industrial process facilities, and renewable fuel projects. PPG utilizes a motivated team of in-house subject matter experts, construction managers, project managers, engineers, and project staff to manage the execution of the engineering, procurement, and construction of various projects.
PPG is currently planning, negotiating, and executing EPC contracts for large electrical infrastructure projects, including HVDC substations, and complex industrial projects in the western US, targeting a start date of 1Q/2Q 2025. PPG is seeking to hire a Project Engineer stationed in the PPG Paramus Headquarters. Engineering is executed via subcontract with architect engineering firms specializing in the project industry and market. PPG’s in-house engineering activities serve as preliminary engineering design bases and as critical oversight of the subcontracted engineering firms. This role will be a part of our in-house engineering team.
PRIMARY FUNCTION
The Project Engineer is instrumental in supporting our engineering and management project team. The main responsibilities include coordinating with team members, processing documents, maintaining key project management tools, and providing various support functions to ensure the successful execution of projects within our utility and industrial projects. The project engineer supports all phases of project execution from front end studies through project completion.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Support the engineering managers coordination and review of our subcontractors tasks, identifying design issues, and monitoring progress of all process deliverables and activities and ensure that reports, plans and other deliverables are compliant with all project contract documents and requirements.
- Facilitate communication and alignment across the project team, including engineers, managers, and external stakeholders
- Support the management and processing of project-related documents
- Maintain and update key project management tools, such as, project schedules, and task lists.
- Assist in various support functions, including scheduling meetings, preparing detailed project reports, and tracking progress.
- Ensure that project deliverables meet quality standards
- Identify potential issues within projects and work proactively with the team to develop and implement effective solutions.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management processes and tools, with a focus on enhancing efficiency
- Provide technical support for utility and industrial projects as required
- Ensure that reports, plans and other deliverables meet the project requirements. When necessary maintain client provided standards on deliverables
- Participate in Client coordination meetings
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum 8 years of engineering experience in the utility or industrial industry with a track record of achievement on large complex projects
- Strong technical background in the installation of large utility projects
- Ability to collaborate with project team members and client entities, demonstrating the leadership capabilities to insure a successful project
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Proficiency in project management tools.
- Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
- P.E. license is not required, but preferred
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
- Position is based in PPG’s Paramus NJ office. Travel to subcontractor’s office(s) and construction site on a regular basis is expected as needed through project execution. Up to 20% travel.
