Project Engineer I

New York Power Authority

Project Engineer managing revitalization projects for the New York State Canal System. Leading execution of projects while ensuring compliance with schedules and deliverables.

Posted 6/8/2026full-timeAlbany • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $95,000 - $137,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for Project Management for all stages of the project lifecycle from initiation through close out for projects and/or programs
Manage and implement multiple projects and modifications concurrently
Oversee and coordinate all in-house and external resources for all activities related to the project
Ensure applicable licensing, environmental, permitting, safety, code compliance, construction, and requirements/input of all project stakeholders is incorporated into the project
Develop & manage design documents/specifications, project presentations, Trustee Items, project funding requests, budgets, forecasts, bid documents
Partner with Construction Engineers, Engineering, Customers or Service Providers in developing/negotiating contract change orders
Review and contribute to all project documentation including drawings, technical specifications, assessment reports, budgets, forecasts, invoices, schedules, variances, etc. for the project

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or Energy Engineering or related field
Minimum of 4 years of experience preferred in Project / Construction Management, preferably in the utility, commercial or related mechanical/electrical industries
One or more of the following preferred: New York State Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or ability to get one within 2 years
Project Management Professional certification or ability to obtain within 2 years
Design Build Institute of America certification or ability to obtain within 2 years
Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
Certified Energy Manager (CEM) certification

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

Project ManagementConstruction ManagementDesign DocumentsBudgetingForecastingContract NegotiationTechnical SpecificationsProject DocumentationCode ComplianceEnvironmental Permitting

Soft Skills

CoordinationCommunicationLeadershipOrganizational SkillsStakeholder Management

Certifications

New York State Engineer in Training (EIT)Project Management Professional (PMP)Design Build Institute of America (DBIA)Certified Construction Manager (CCM)Certified Energy Manager (CEM)