Engineering Jobs in Upper Darby, PA
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General Description: We are seeking a Sr. Electrical Engineer (PE Required) for our Chadds Ford or Philadelphia office! The Senior Electrical Engineer shall be engaged in projects involving, but not limited to, the design of facility related electrical distribution systems, interior and exterior lighting, low voltage systems (security, communications, data systems), and emergency backup systems. They will participate in and support project teams to undertake the design and delivery of services related to design and construction of electrical systems, as well as the overall project. This position shall be responsible to Project Manager(s) and the local Operations Manager.
Essential Functions:
- Functions as Project Manager, Lead Electrical Engineer, and/or Senior Electrical Engineer on a variety of assignments with electrical design scope and other disciplines. Role may vary based on size, complexity, and location of the projects.
- Ensures coordinated design on projects.
- Participates in the design development of electrical work.
- Creates and reviews drawings, technical specifications.
- Contributes to estimation of projects, planning and construction feasibility.
- Participates in the development of design drawings.
- Able to provide advisory information during the construction phase.
- Able to perform site surveys and contributes to engineering studies.
- Attends and contributes to office, client and project meetings.
- Participates in the monitoring of project production and schedules to ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
- Participates and ensures the quality of the work produced maintains high standards.
- Performs engineering studies.
- Performs technical and coordination check-review of project documentation and drawings.
- Follows up on issues with design and production staff to resolve problems and concerns.
- Participates in internal project meetings on a regular basis, including being responsible for minutes.
Secondary Functions:
- Related duties as assigned.
- Supports applicable requests as needed.
- Lends support to all business areas outside of electrical focus as needed.
- Duties as assigned by Operations Manager or Regional Director.
Qualifications
Education/Experience Minimum:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering. PE Required. Minimum of eight (8) to ten (10) years' experience in a technical and management capacity reflecting increasing responsibility.
- Ability to drive and maintain a safe driving record.
- Valid state driver's license (any in US).
- In possession of appropriate paperwork to gain and maintain employment in the US.
- Ability to pass pre-hire drug testing and background check(s).
- Ability to meet worksite security requirements including FBI and State Police criminal background checks and DHS threat assessment evaluations.
Needed Skills:
- Proficient in project/task management.
- Ability to create and maintain productive relationships with employees, clients, and vendors.
- Understanding of principals of A/E industry.
- Strong knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA Life Safety Codes, and applicable local building codes.
- Working experience with software: Revit and AutoCAD, Visual, GenSize and SKM Power Tools.
- Good communication and negotiations skills.
- Good leadership skills.
- Ability to multi-task.
- Ability to prioritize tasks.
- Detail and safety-oriented.
- Excellent written and spoken English.
Company Description
Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting our dedication to their success. We invest deeply in our educators, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference!
Job Description
Uncommon Middle School Science teachers work in grade-level teams to prepare all students with the tools and knowledge to critically engage in the field of science. At the heart of all Science courses is a love for the subject and inquiry-based learning, including a robust focus on student discourse and the science practices. Science teachers employ a variety of instructional strategies to develop a passion for scientific questioning and analysis in their students. Our teachers strive for subject mastery and have a keen sense of the socio-emotional changes middle schoolers experience. At the conclusion of eighth grade, students are prepared for the academic autonomy and college preparatory focus of our high schools.
Responsibilities
1. Instruction
- You'll teach an interdisciplinary, NGSS-aligned curriculum that includes analysis of key areas including but not limited to: Climate and Earth’s systems, the cosmos, matter and energy transformations, electricity and magnetism, and molecular and ecological systems.
- You'll develop students’ practices of questioning, modeling, constructing explanations, data analysis, argumentation, and planning and conducting interactive labs.
- You'll use your love of science to foster confidence and meaningful engagement with the subject for students.
- You'll cultivate an awareness of the interconnected nature of fields of science (e.g., ecosystems, climate change, and lunar phases) and our local and global community.
2. Data Analysis
- You'll meet weekly with your principal and/or instructional coach to analyze and respond to trends in student work samples and assessments.
- You'll learn and implement strategies to differentiate instruction for all learners in your classroom.
3. School Culture
- You’ll build positive relationships with students to ensure they feel seen, loved, and heard.
- You’ll partner with students’ families to ensure appropriate resources are available to support their child's learning needs.
- You'll engage in practice-based professional development, mentorship, and coaching sessions.
- You'll participate in weekly, school-wide meetings to cultivate community, model our core values, and encourage student achievement.
- You'll partner with your grade level team to develop academic goals and practice instructional strategies.
Qualifications
- A demonstrated commitment to supporting students’ social emotional and academic development
- An enthusiasm for collaborating with internal and external partners in the best interest of students
- A self-directed learner who solicits and implements feedback to improve outcomes and achieve objectives
- Required Experience:
- A demonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities (1-2 years experience preferred).
- Academic expertise in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or other related fields of study.
- Prior to the start of employment, you must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Teacher certification is not a prerequisite for consideration at Uncommon Schools in the state of NJ, but you do need to meet NJ state certification eligibility requirements (a final undergraduate or graduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 for graduates on or after 9/1/16, or 2.75 if you graduated prior to 9/1/16). All instructional staff are required to become certified in the state of New Jersey within a reasonable period after beginning employment.
Additional Information
Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent.
Compensation
Compensation for this role is between $56,000 to $80,000.
Starting pay is determined using various factors including but not limited to relevant full-time teaching experience, education certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools. Candidates without full-time Teaching experience will likely have a starting salary of $56,000.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer).
- Extensive, best-in-class training and development
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans + pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA)
- Financial Planning
- New Jersey Pension program
- Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)
- Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits
*A detailed list of all benefits is located HERE.
At Uncommon, we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students, staff, and community thrive. We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences, reflective of the communities we serve---with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color. Our organization values respect and open dialogue on important topics that shape our school culture.
As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation, please email
- Permanent Job Description: Terms of Employment • Full-time, Permanent • This is an onsite role at Tampa, FL • This position requires a Secret Security Clearance Overview • Our client is seeking a Telecommunications Engineering Specialist Journeyman to join a high-impact program supporting the US Battlefield Information Collection and Exploitation System eXtended (US BICES-X).
This cutting-edge program supports intelligence information sharing on current and emerging global threats to mission and coalition partners.
The successful candidate will design and define network architecture, perform complex development work, and ensure the smooth operation of critical software and systems in direct support of the warfighter.
Responsibilities • Collaborate with network staff and executive stakeholders to define business requirements, systems goals, and ensure reliable operations.
• Design and define network architecture for new or existing computer systems and perform complex network development and design work.
• Participate in upgrading operating systems and designing network enhancements.
• Develop and conduct tests to ensure networks meet documented user requirements.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve network problems while providing technical guidance and specialized training.
• Determine network specifications, input/output processes, and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of network engineers, setting clear performance goals and fostering a culture of knowledge sharing.
• Act as a point of escalation for technical challenges or critical incidents to ensure prompt and effective resolution.
• Maintain current knowledge of relevant technology and participate in special projects as assigned.
Required Skills & Experience • Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of related Network Engineering experience.
• Associate’s degree and 7 years of experience.
• Master’s degree and 5 years of experience.
• High School Diploma or GED and 9 years of experience.
• Must possess and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Must possess a completed CCNA certification.
• Must meet DoD 8750 requirements (eligible for IAT level II access) and obtain ITIL V4 Foundation within six months of hire.
• Comprehensive knowledge of routing and switching protocols including OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, Spanning Tree, ISAKMP, ESP, SIP, and SCCP.
• Proficiency with current Cisco IOS and Juniper JUNOS software and hardware features.
• Ability to configure and troubleshoot Multicast, DMVPN, and GRE tunnels.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a great attention to detail and presentation.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented, collaborative, and fast-paced environment while multi-tasking effectively.
• Highly organized, results-driven, and motivated to work autonomously.
• Experience in Cisco Routing & Switching, firewall • Exeperience in Juniper JUNOS Network Operating System.
Preferred Skills & Experience • JNCIA-JUNOS or JNCIS-SP certifications.
• Knowledge and experience with VoIP/collaboration systems and HAIPE-based encryption devices.
• Knowledge of virtualization technologies including VMware, Citrix, and Microsoft, specifically VMware Data Center Virtualization concepts.
• Experience with data center networking, firewalls, and firewall rule sets.
• Understanding of network automation techniques and structures.
• Experience in F5 LTM BIG-IP.
Sincerely, Preetam Raj Lead Technical Recruiter nTech Workforce Inc.
D: 41 EXT: 726 E: preetam(at)ntechworkforce(dot)com nTech is an equal opportunity employer.
All offers of employment are contingent upon pre-employment drug and background screenings.
Only candidates who meet all of the above client requirements will be contacted by a recruiter.
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Position: Construction Project Manager/Senior Lead (Solar projects)
Type: Contract 2 year duration
Pay: Based on Experience
Location: PA
No Direct Reports and 0-25% travel in PA
No corporate sponsorship is offered in conjunction with this job.
Position Summary:
The Construction Project Manager is responsible managing the construction of company-owned assets by third party contractors and ensuring successful results, which includes the operational and financial performance of projects. Construction Project Manager will work closely with other project stakeholders to align the development and execution of organization's long-term and short-term plans.
Responsibilities of the role will includes:
- Responsible to ensure project adherence to safety, quality, schedule and budget while bringing the project to completion within the designated set timeline
- Understand the project development process, including, regulatory, permitting and the local utility requirements
- Develop Project scope, budget, and timelines
- Co-ordinate with internal team functions for project Engineering, Procurement and Construction
- Oversight and interpretation of general engineering drawings
- Scope and assist Construction Manager in the management of construction contracts for various project execution steps, including management of contracts with external consultants and contractors
- Coordinate with contractors, equipment suppliers, consultants, municipalities, and regulatory authorities as needed
- Conduct site visits (min 1x/mth) to ensure projects are built according to issued IFC packages and company quality standards
- Measure and report project performance using appropriate tools and techniques
- Report project progress against baseline (safety, schedule, cost, quality) to management on a weekly basis
- Perform risk management to minimize project risks
- Report and escalate risks and issues to management as needed
- Manage the relationship with landlords and all other project stakeholders
- Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule and project costs using appropriate verification techniques
- Meet budgetary objectives and adjust project constraints based on financial analysis and approvals
- Maintain comprehensive project documentation
- Ensure all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
- Additional duties as required
Requirements:
- Minimum 5 years experience in project management capacity
- Must have a Minimum 3 years experience managing rooftop commercial solar PV projects at least 500kWdc and ground-mount projects at least 3MWdc
- PMP certification desirable, but not required
- Candidates with a combination of office and construction field experience desirable
- Understanding of Microsoft products and/or complementing products (Preferred)
- Competency in Analytical Problem Solving, Strong Communication, Customer/Partner Relationships, and Technology Expertise preferred (Preferred)
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management or a related discipline
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A family-owned business since 1924, A. Duie Pyle provides a range of integrated transportation and distribution solutions throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. Supported by our vast network of Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) service centers, warehouse facilities, and dedicated locations, we have the ability to offer flexible and seamless integrated solutions tailored to our customer's needs.
Simply put, when it comes to integrated supply chain solutions, Pyle People Deliver. Our promise is to provide outstanding service as it remains to be our first and foremost mission.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a Senior Data Architect to lead the design, modernization, and operational excellence of our enterprise data platform. This role blends hands on data architecture with cloud and on prem platform engineering, reliability, and DevOps practices.
The ideal candidate brings deep experience designing scalable data solutions, modernizing database environments, implementing automation and CI/CD pipelines, and driving platform reliability across mission critical systems. This role requires both strategic architectural thinking and hands on implementation across cloud services, relational databases, automation tooling, and enterprise system integrations.
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
Data Platform Architecture & Modernization
- Architect scalable, secure, and high availability data platforms across cloud/hybrid environments
- Designing and overseeing database modernization initiatives (e.g., On-prem SQL server to managed services such as RDS or equivalent)
- Defining data storage strategies across relational and operational systems
- Establishing standards for availability, resilience, performance optimization, and cost efficiency
- Producing architectural diagrams and documentation to guide implementation and long-term platform strategy
Data Ingestion & Integration
- Designing and implementing scalable ingestion pipelines across enterprise systems
- Developing ingestion and transformation logic using SQL and Python
- Supporting integration patterns across APIs, batch systems, and event-driven architectures
- Designing monitoring and alerting mechanisms to ensure ingestion reliability and observability
- Enabling data availability for analytics and operational reporting without compromising system performance
Cloud & Infrastructure Engineering
- Architecting and managing cloud-based data services
- Designing monitoring frameworks using tools such as CloudWatch, New Relic, or equivalent
- Optimizing cloud infrastructure costs while maintaining performance and reliability
- Supporting secure access patterns, identity management, and operational governance
DevOps & Platform Reliability
- Implementing CI/CD pipelines for data and database deployments (Azure DevOps or similar)
- Establishing version control and automated deployment standards for data environments
- Improving SDLC processes for database and data platform releases
- Ensuring high system availability (99.9%+ targets) and proactive incident management
- Supporting incident response processes and RCA for data related systems and/or outages
Database Architecture & Performance Optimization
- Designing relational database schemas for scalability and performance
- Clearly define and implement indexing, partitioning, and query optimization standards
- Implementing backup, disaster recovery, business continuity and high availability strategies
- Guiding database tuning and performance monitoring practices
Governance & Technical Leadership
- Establishing data architecture standards and naming conventions
- Driving platform documentation and operational best practices
- Partnering with application, infrastructure, and analytics teams
- Serving as technical authority across data centric initiatives
- Mentoring engineers through design reviews and architecture governance
To be qualified for this position, you must possess the following:
- 8+ years of experience in data architecture, cloud engineering, or platform focused roles
- Strong experience with designing, implementing, and maintenance of data solutions across on-premises and cloud platforms (Snowflake/Databricks/MS Fabric, and SQL Server)
- Advanced SQL proficiency and strong Python coding skills
- Proven experience modernizing enterprise database environments
- Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines for data platforms, preferably Azure DevOps
- Strong understanding of database performance tuning and availability design
- Experience designing systems for high availability and operational reliability
The following skills are preferred, but not required:
- Experience with CDC, streaming, or event-driven ingestion architectures is a plus
- Familiarity with enterprise CRM (Salesforce, home grown) or billing platforms (Great Plains, Dynamics) and data integration across these as data sources into a cloud DWH
- Experience with Elasticsearch or similar search/indexing platforms
- Knowledge of cost optimization in data cloud environments – across storage, usage and data accessibility
- Experience working in highly regulated or operationally critical industries, influencing data governance principles and industry best practices
For a full job description associated with this posting, please contact A. Duie Pyle's Human Resources department. This job posting is intended solely for external advertising purposes and does not represent a comprehensive list of all job-related duties and qualifications.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Foundations Superintendent
NJ / SE PA / DE
$130k–$145k + Vehicle + ESOP
We are seeking an experienced Foundations Superintendent to lead field operations on heavy civil foundation projects, including drilled shafts, micropiles, H-piles, and sheeting/tiebacks. This role is responsible for managing field crews, enforcing safety, maintaining quality, and delivering work on schedule.
Responsibilities
- Direct and supervise all field crews and forepersons.
- Ensure strict compliance with safety standards, QA/QC, and project specifications.
- Coordinate manpower, equipment, and materials to maintain productivity.
- Track subcontractor progress, budgets, and schedules.
- Analyze drawings, plans, and survey data; assist with major pick plans and work plans.
- Produce weekly safety reports and maintain project documentation.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
- ~10+ years of heavy civil experience, including deep foundations.
- Strong leadership, planning, and problem-solving skills.
- OSHA knowledge, Microsoft Office proficiency, valid driver's license.
- Preferred: OSHA 10, marine work, and expertise in micropiles, H-piles, sheet piling, cofferdams, tiebacks, fabrication, and deep shaft work.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $130k–$145k
- Bonus program, ESOP ownership, 401(k) match, medical/dental/vision
- Company vehicle, paid time off, and career advancement opportunities.
Location
Projects across New Jersey, Southeastern Pennsylvania, and Delaware (must live within a 1–2 hour commute).
Title: Senior User Interface (UI) Designer – Digital Experience
Industry: Telecommunications / B2B Digital Marketing
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Duration: Through EOY with potential to extend
Pay rate: $40-42
Job Description:
We are seeking a Senior User Interface Designer to join a high‐impact Digital Experience team within a leading telecommunications organization. This role focuses on designing prospect‐ and customer‐facing web pages, product campaigns, and digital journeys that drive sales conversion, lead generation, and an exceptional customer experience.
You will collaborate closely with cross‐functional teams in Sales, Product Management, Experience Design, Brand, Communications, Development, and Content Strategy to deliver end‐to‐end design solutions—from conceptual thinking to pixel‐perfect execution. This role requires strong visual design talent, the ability to simplify complex requirements, and a portfolio demonstrating modern, conversion‐driven digital work.
Core Responsibilities:
- Lead UX/UI design for new web pages, marketing campaigns, and customer‐facing digital experiences.
- Partner with Experience Design, Product, Sales, Marketing, and Engineering to define strategy and deliver high‐fidelity digital interfaces.
- Produce wireframes, prototypes, content frameworks, visual designs, and component-level interactions using Figma and related tools.
- Present design rationale and gain alignment across stakeholder groups.
- Bring clarity to complex requirements and translate them into intuitive, sales‐driven user experiences.
- Create scalable design specs and partner with development teams and design‐system teams for handoff.
- Uphold best practices in usability, accessibility, and responsive design across desktop and mobile.
- Advocate for design consistency, user clarity, and frictionless customer journeys.
- Work autonomously as the design lead on projects while collaborating within a multi‐disciplinary team environment.
- Overcome design limitations creatively and provide multiple solution paths when needed.
Qualifications:
- 5–8 years of experience in UI/UX design or digital product design, ideally in an Agile environment.
- Strong portfolio showing sales-driven web design, digital marketing experience, and modern B2B or B2C website interfaces.
- Proficiency with Figma and rapid prototyping tools.
- Ability to work across several projects simultaneously and deliver on time.
- Strong ability to distill complex information into simple, usable designs.
- Familiarity with CMS-driven environments, component‐based design systems, and structured content workflows.
- Understanding of web and mobile fundamentals (interaction patterns, accessibility, responsive layout).
- Excellent communication skills—able to present design rationale clearly to both technical and non‐technical stakeholders.
- Strong visual design sense, attention to detail, and user‐centered design approach.
- Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, UX, Interactive Design, HCI, Information Science, or related field.
The salary range for this position is $40 to $42/hr. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.
Position Summary:
As an Efficiency Project Estimator at Ecosave you will be responsible for developing and maintaining a database of contractors, accurately estimating construction costs, identifying scope gaps, risk mitigation and contractor dispute support associated with Power Generation, HVAC Upgrades, Mechanical, Civil, Plumbing, Electrical and related energy conservation measures. You will collaborate with our engineering, project management and Service teams to develop detailed project estimates, ensuring that our clients receive cost-effective solutions for their energy efficiency needs.
This role requires strong analytical skills and plays a critical part in Ecosave's performance-based ESCO delivery model, where project estimates directly support guaranteed energy and maintenance savings. The estimator must balance accuracy, constructability, code compliance, and long-term asset performance to ensure risk is appropriately managed while maximizing client and company value.
Responsibilities:
Cost Estimation with Multi-Trade Scope Ownership: Develop accurate, comprehensive and integrated cost estimates covering HVAC, electrical and power equipment, civil, mechanical, plumbing, controls, and general labor scopes, ensuring no scope gaps or misaligned assumptions.
Scope Development: Assist engineering and project teams with SOW development.
Project Assessment: Collaborate with the engineering team to assess project requirements, energy-saving technologies, and the scope of work to be performed. Work with Engineering to proactively form scopes of work for best practices and efficient installation.
Material and Labor Cost Analysis: Research and evaluate material and labor costs in the local market, keeping abreast of industry trends and fluctuations Maintains, estimating and contractor database(s). Streamlines bidding and cost foraging using Procore interacting with Project Coordinators to gather legacy information and documentation.
AI-Enabled Estimating: Leverage AI-assisted estimating tools, historical project data, equipment pricing databases, and predictive cost models to improve accuracy, consistency, and speed of estimates
Proposal Development: Assist in the preparation of proposals and presentations for clients, providing clear and concise cost breakdowns and savings projections. Work with Project Management to effectively secure pricing for equipment and works using best practices to estimate the entire project cost.
Financial Sensitivity and Cost Optimization: Develop estimates with a clear understanding of savings realization, lifecycle cost, and long-term O&M implications inherent in performance-based energy service contracts. Identify opportunities to optimize project costs without compromising energy efficiency goals, making value driven decisions for equipment and system selections.
Risk Assessment: Evaluate potential risks and uncertainties associated with energy conservation projects and propose mitigation strategies. Identify scope gap, risks associated with labor, codes of practice and installation feasibility. Enables the dispute resolution process with data and cost documentation to substantiate claims and settlements.
Collaboration (Site Validation & Field Collaboration): Work closely with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure the alignment of project estimates with the client's goals and objectives. Participate in site visits (up to 25% travel) to ensure constructability review is inclusive of local code requirements and installation feasibility.
Documentation: Maintain accurate and organized records of cost estimates, project documentation, and historical data for future reference.
Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on the latest advancements in energy conservation technologies and industry best practices, incorporating new knowledge into cost estimation processes.
Qualifications/Experience/Skills
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, related field and or 15 years of direct estimating, quantities surveying experience in multi-trade project environment in energy conservation market with commercial and industrial experience.
- The preferred candidate has multiple trade experience and in field depth of installation from construction management or commissioning projects.
- Proven 10 years' experience as a construction estimator with a focus on HVAC and energy conservation projects.
- Strong proficiency in cost estimation software
- Experience working in Procore, Salesforce and SAP environment is preferred.
- Experience using AI-driven or data-augmented estimating tools
- Proven ability to balance risk vs. opportunity in estimates tied to guaranteed outcomes. Balance estimates and hard costing decisions.
- Comfort operating in performance-based, long-term asset ownership environments
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of energy-efficient technologies and conservation methods.
- Familiarity with relevant building codes, regulations, local labor laws, prevailing wage structures and industry standards.
- Effective communication and presentation skills.
- Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Strong time management and organizational skills.
Structural Steel Estimator / Project Manager
Philadelphia, PA
$90,000 – $130,000 + Benefits
About the Company:
Join a leading structural and miscellaneous steel fabricator with a long-standing reputation for quality, reliability, and integrity. Our projects range from high-rise commercial structures and complex industrial facilities to architectural steel packages across the Mid-Atlantic.
The Opportunity:
We're seeking a Structural Steel Estimator / Project Manager to support continued growth in the Philadelphia region. This hybrid role combines hands-on estimating and active project management — ideal for someone who thrives on ownership, accountability, and coordination from bid through build.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare detailed takeoffs, material lists, and cost estimates from design drawings and specifications.
Manage project schedules, budgets, and change orders from award to closeout.
Coordinate with fabricators, detailers, erectors, vendors, and field crews.
Review contract documents, RFIs, submittals, and shop drawings to ensure scope accuracy.
Maintain clear communication with clients, engineers, and GC teams to meet project milestones.
Support proposal development, value engineering, and procurement strategies.
What We're Looking For:
5–15 years of experience in structural or miscellaneous steel (estimating, project management, or combined role).
Strong technical ability to read and interpret structural drawings.
Proficiency with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, FabSuite, Tekla, or similar platforms.
Strong organizational and client-facing communication skills.
Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple bids and live projects simultaneously.
Why Join Us:
You'll be part of a tight-knit, results-driven team where your expertise directly impacts outcomes. Expect a steady pipeline of complex, rewarding projects, professional growth, and a company culture built on integrity, collaboration, and pride in the work.
Compensation:
$90,000 – $130,000 base salary (DOE)
Annual performance-based bonus
Full benefits package
Company Overview:
Engineering Design & Testing Corporation ("EDT") is a professional services organization providing forensic engineering, technical consulting, fire investigation, risk mitigation, and associated services across the United States. Founded in 1978, EDT brings more than 45 years of experience providing objective civil / structural, mechanical, and electrical forensic engineering analysis, accident reconstruction services, and expert witness and litigation support to industrial, manufacturing, insurance, and legal professionals requiring comprehensive, unbiased, technically sound opinions and reporting with a wholistic perspective.
As an Employee-Owned company, our team of highly qualified experts are vested in delivering cost-effective, responsive, and reliable professional services and deliverables to our clients.
Position Summary:
Serves as the Engineer-In-Charge ("EIC") managing and conducting investigations involving residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, structures, and structural components including roofing, foundations and building envelopes. Performs structural analysis, hazard and damage assessments, lab and field testing of construction materials, design and construction defect evaluations, and premise liability evaluations. Must be a licensed professional engineer with a thorough understanding of fundamental engineering principles along with a firm understanding of applicable local, state, and federal building codes and standards, including but not limited to, the American Concrete Institute ("ACI"), American Institute of Steel Construction ("AISC"), American Society of Civil Engineers ("ASCE"), and the International Building Code ("IBC"). Provides expert judgement and forms objective, fact based, technically sound opinions and unbiased conclusions on case assignments from insurance adjusters, independent adjusters, attorneys, and other non-legal, non-insurance clients. Must be willing to travel and physically able to climb, stand, walk and kneel for extended periods of time. Is able to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions, both indoors and outdoors, and access work on roofs, scaffolds, lifts, and other elevated surfaces and enclosed spaces with the appropriate personal protective equipment and training. Is self-motivated and capable of working independently as well as in a group environment with a dedication to ethics, quality, and customer service.
This is a Hybrid role. The successful candidate must reside in the general Philadelphia area.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Working independently, while ensuring the timely and cost-effective execution of assigned cases;
- Serving as the primary point of contact with clients including development and coordination of case budgets, work orders, site visits, cost estimates, and associated deliverables. Maintaining contact with clients on active cases to provide status updates, including case spend and budget status, and address questions, needs, or concerns at least every other week, or as otherwise agreed upon;
- Assisting with the development and ongoing updates to the scopes of work associated with assigned cases, as necessary;
- Making independent decisions for assigned cases, including the selection of applicable analysis and testing methodologies and identification and selection of resources relevant to execution of the established scope of work;
- Managing resources for assigned cases, including both in-house and third-party sub-contractors where applicable, to meet established deadlines;
- Engaging other disciplines to address areas of assignments outside of your experience or expertise / discipline, where necessary;
- Conducting onsite investigations, testing, and gathering applicable field data on residential, commercial and industrial properties to assess damage and gather evidence of loss;
- Reviewing and interpreting relevant building codes as necessary for issues pertaining to the established scope of work;
- Preparation of repair and / or replacement cost estimates, as necessary;
- Participating in conference calls and / or in-person meetings with clients regarding investigation status and results;
- Preparation of forensic reports clearly detailing the observations made, documentation and data collected, testing results, applicable research conducted, and the associated conclusions, with a goal to issue reports within ten (10) business days following the completion of the site exam unless otherwise agreed-to by client;
- Providing technical support and testifying as an expert witness in depositions and court proceedings, as necessary;
- Collaborating with clients, colleagues, attorneys and other industry professionals, as necessary;
- Maintaining weekly updates to case status reports and working with the Regional Engineering Manager and Chief Engineer to address any issues with clients or your assigned cases;
- Conducting research and keeping current with industry best practices and emerging technologies;
- Developing technical topics for publication, industry presentations, and both internal and external training and continuing education development;
- Supporting EDT's marketing and business development resources including occasionally participating in client-relations meetings, attending industry conferences, preparing marketing and technical presentations, assisting with the development of marketing materials, preparing industry blogs and white papers, and engaging with other industry professionals;
- Participating in EDT's mentorship program and supporting the training and development of new engineers in conjunction with the Chief Engineer and assigned Training Coordinator;
- Secure and maintain professional licensure (at Company's expense) in all states where conducting investigations, including remaining current on any continuing education requirements, as necessary.
Key Skills & Qualifications:
- Strong interpersonal skills;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills;
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities;
- A high degree of integrity, honesty and moral values adhering to the Professional Engineer Code of Ethics;
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as within a team environment;
- A collaborative demeanor with the ability to work through conflict, differing perspectives and opinions, and communicate across differing backgrounds and education levels;
- Ability to travel out-of-town, with periodic overnight travel required;
- Have strong PC, Tablet and software skills, including:
- MS Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint required;
- Adobe Acrobat DC, Bluebeam Revu, or comparable PDF software;
- B.S. or M.S. Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering required;
- 7+ years' experience in civil / structural engineering, preferably with residential or commercial properties;
- Experience in storm damage and building envelope evaluation or forensic engineering preferred, but not required;
- P.E. License with NCEES registration required;
- Valid driver's license required;
Engineering Design & Testing Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer