Valdes Architecture & Engineering

Engineer

• Manage engineering projects from proposal through project completion, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives are achieved.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor project schedules, milestones, and deliverables.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout all phases of project execution.
• Plan, organize, and oversee engineering design activities to ensure quality, consistency, and compliance with client requirements.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and proactively implement solutions to keep projects on track.
• Maintain strong working relationships with clients and serve as a primary point of contact throughout project execution.
• Coordinate project meetings, prepare status reports, and communicate project performance to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support project planning, resource allocation, and workload forecasting.
• Assist with project budgeting, cost tracking, and change management activities.
• Participate in project proposals, scope development, and project planning efforts.
• Collaborate with discipline leaders to resolve technical and project execution challenges.
• Travel to client facilities for project meetings, site visits, field investigations, and on-site assignments as required.

Project Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Mechanical Engineers, Piping Designers, and Pipe Stress Engineers/Designers
• Establish departmental goals, performance expectations, and development plans for team members
• Conduct performance reviews, career development discussions, and succession planning initiatives
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing team culture
• Manage staffing levels, resource planning, and workload balancing across projects
• Support recruitment, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding efforts to attract top engineering talent
• Provide technical oversight and guidance for mechanical, piping, and pipe stress engineering activities
• Ensure engineering deliverables meet Valdes quality standards, industry codes, client requirements, and project objectives
• Review and approve engineering calculations, designs, specifications, reports, and construction packages as required
• Promote the implementation of best practices, lessons learned, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support the resolution of complex technical challenges throughout project execution
• Partner with Project Managers and Discipline Leads to ensure successful project delivery
• Monitor project performance, schedules, budgets, and resource utilization
• Identify and mitigate technical and staffing risks that could impact project success
• Support proposal development, scope definition, man-hour estimates, and project planning activities
• Participate in project reviews and client meetings as needed
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients
• Support business development efforts by identifying opportunities for new work and expanded services
• Participate in proposal preparation, presentations, and technical interviews
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients and professionally represent Valdes
• Develop and maintain departmental procedures, standards, and workflows
• Track key performance indicators related to utilization, project execution, quality, and employee development
• Support strategic planning initiatives and department growth objectives
• Collaborate with company leadership to align departmental goals with organizational priorities.

Department Manager – Mechanical Engineering

Designer

• Perform technical responsibilities required of a CADD professional Civil Design experience
• Provide generally accepted practices with drawing setup, project layout, and design with minimal guidance by civil engineers
• Engage in design production, as directed by Engineers, and help produce complete, quality, and timely deliverable
• Verify field conditions and assist the Engineers in resolving problems during field construction
• Be eager and open to gaining further Civil Engineering experience from department colleagues
• Demonstrate expertise in using AutoCAD Civil3D and/or Microstation CAD software

Civil CAD Designer

Proposal Manager

• Work with Vice President/Directors to produce responses to RFPs/RFQs, proposals, presentations, statement of qualifications, and other marketing collateral
• Organize the pursuit process and lead the generation of responses for public sector client RFQs/RFPs from beginning to end
• Maintain a marketing/business development calendar for industry and related events
• Maintain collateral Library, including resumes, project sheets, project lists, capabilities, and photography images
• Attend pre-proposal meetings, industry events, or walk-throughs as required
• Assist in other miscellaneous tasks, such as creating visual collateral, organizing the holiday card list, and helping with conference presentation decks
• Maintain selection databases, including reviewing and summarizing long-range plans such as IDOT’s Multi-Year Plan
• Facilitate a formal Go/No-Go process for each pursuit
• Create social media postings for LinkedIn
• Interfacing with project managers for project information and resume updates
• Assist with the creation of Valdes website content related to the public sector

Marketing Proposal Coordinator

Project Manager

• Lead all phases of CTG/CCGT project execution (development through COD)
• Manage EPC contractors and OEMs (e.g., GE, Siemens, Mitsubishi)
• Establish and maintain project scope, schedule, and budget (typically $300MM–$1B+)
• Ensure alignment with commercial, regulatory, and operational requirements
• Drive decision-making and problem resolution across multidisciplinary teams Engineering & Technical Coordination
• In collaboration with our project engineering team and Owner’s Engineer, this candidate shall be knowledgeable on:
• Gas turbine and steam turbine specifications and integration
• HRSG design and performance o Balance of plant (BOP) systems (cooling water, fuel gas, electrical systems)
• Phased construction approach o Grid interconnection requirements
• Environmental permits
• All applicable building and national codes
• Oversee site construction activities for:
• Civil works and foundations
• Turbine installation and alignment
• HRSG erection
• Electrical and I&C installation
• Monitor contractor productivity, safety, and quality performance
• Lead site progress reporting and milestone tracking
• Champion a strong safety culture and zero-incident mindset
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety standards
• Oversee environmental compliance during construction and startup

Senior Project Manager

• Report to the designated base of operation including field assignment at a minimum 5 days per week to support the project (role may include additional support, based on project timeline)
• Support the project based on fluctuating working hours to support execution and project timelines
• Provide oversight and determine contract adherence for performance, cost, scope, schedule, and quality
• Routinely monitoring contract performance to ensure contractual obligations are fulfilled and key contract milestones are met
• Support on-site construction management team for field execution
• Inspects construction site to monitor progress and ensure conformance to engineering plans, specifications, and construction/safety standards
• Prepare or directs preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, environmental impact studies, and designs for the project as necessary
• Maintain and update project schedules by updating monthly schedules with the assistance of the construction manager or project scheduler
• Maintain, verify, and report cost and income quantities for work performed
• Review, approve, and submit progress billings
• Analyze, prepare, and maintain and monitor job costs
• Work with construction management team to control job costs and production budget
• Prepare and audit accurate and timely monthly cost, income, and cash flow projections
• Execute and approve invoices
• Coordinate, price, and assist Lead Project Manager in commercial tasks, such as change orders and claims
• Respond to issues quickly; proactive in problem solving; handles multiple tasks
• Manage time and organizes office and filing system efficiently; organizes and maintains accurate project correspondence files
• Prepare quality control procedures (work controlling documents) and review other department procedures for compliance and/or correctness.
• Act as liaison with suppliers and internal/external stakeholders on quality related matters as required
• Prepare and maintain agendas, meeting minutes, and action items logs for weekly project update meetings
• Assist in development and review of executive update presentations
• Assist in review of project schedule and forecast to support project controls
• Assist in drafting RFI and NCR responses
• Assist logistics specialist as needed to support the review and inventory of materials and equipment
• Assist with the Project Manager's daily activities as needed (communications matrix, procurement activities, project management documents, lessons learned, etc.)

• Manage industrial construction projects from planning and design through construction, commissioning, and project closeout
• Lead projects involving process piping, electrical systems, structural/building construction, equipment setting, and reactor installation
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and resource plans
• Oversee construction activities to ensure compliance with safety standards, quality requirements, and applicable industry regulations
• Monitor project progress and proactively identify and mitigate risks related to schedule, scope, cost, and constructability
• Facilitate project meetings, provide status updates, and maintain clear communication with clients and project teams
• Review and coordinate construction drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and change orders
• Support commissioning, startup, and turnover activities for process and facility systems
• Ensure adherence to company procedures, GMP requirements, OSHA standards, and site-specific safety protocols