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Position Description

 JPI 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.

At JPI, we strive to empower our people and excel for our clients. We hold ourselves to high standards and prioritize our values of being one team with unwavering integrity. We are motivated by our mission and driven to deliver solutions that exceed expectations. Will you join us? 

 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.

• 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).

JPI is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.