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PROJECT ENGINEER I
Location: Delaware Memorial Bridge, New Castle, DE
$71,800 to $88,000 (commensurate with experience and
skills)
(Grade 107)
Opening Date: January 16, 2026 Closing Date: Until Filled
I. POSITION SUMMARY
This is an entry-level position for civil engineering work in the areas of project management,
construction management, and contract administration for the Delaware River and Bay Authority.
Employees in this class are assigned to the Engineering Department and are expected to carry out
various engineering, project management, and construction-related assignments. Responsibilities
of this class title include but are not limited to: assisting in planning work schedules; reviewing
work for engineering sufficiency; project and construction management duties; coordinating with
regulatory agencies; reviewing contractor and consultant payments; reviewing construction for
conformance with plans and specifications; contract administration duties as assigned; and
coordinating work with operations, maintenance, and all other internal stakeholders as directed.
Employees in this class title receive general direction and guidance from senior project engineers.
II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Hold responsible charge of one or more engineering/construction projects
* Manage the activities of professional and paraprofessional consultants and inspection
personnel
* Assist senior project engineers on all aspects of project management
* Analyze and apply engineering principles and theories of science and mathematics to research
and develop solutions to problems
* Participate in the development of the capital improvement program
* Conduct planning efforts to test, evaluate, and recommend approval or disapproval of
materials, equipment, systems and facilities
* Perform contract administration duties
* Prepare and review budgets, schedules, contracts, engineering studies, plans, specifications,
engineer's estimates, pay estimates, and change orders
* Review construction material submittals and shop drawings for compliance with design
requirements
* Oversee construction projects and review the contractor's work to verify schedule, safety,
quality of work, and compliance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes, and
regulations
* Review construction field reports, verify quantities of work, and prepare pay estimates
* Review contract modifications and associated change orders
* Responsible for following established safety practices while performing assigned duties to
protect self, co-workers and the public from personal injury and to prevent damage to Authority
property
* Assist Authority on wide range of maintenance/operations issues that involve engineering
solutions
* Demonstrate familiarity with computer-aided design and typical software applications
(Microsoft Office Suite and project management software such as Microsoft Project, Capex,
Primavera, etc.)
* Exercise superior customer service to everyone by performing in a courteous and efficient
manner
* Other duties as required
III. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
* Knowledge of the principles and practice of professional engineering
* Familiarity with the progressive functions and techniques of engineering work
* Ability to review and interpret plans, specifications, and engineer's estimates (PS&E)
* Ability to provide oversight to design and inspection work by consultants
* Ability to participate in planning and engineering studies
* Ability to manage inspectors and project assistants
* Ability to act as a liaison with contractors and consultants
* Ability to conduct field investigations, organize materials and make clear, comprehensive and
concise written reports
IV. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
* Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or
university with an engineering curriculum approved by the Engineers' Council for
Professional Development and/or The Delaware Association of Professional Engineers or New
Jersey Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
* Familiarity with computer-aided design and typical software applications (Microsoft Office
Suite and project management software such as Microsoft Project, Capex, Primavera, etc.)
* Previous experience in the engineering and/or construction industry is preferred
V. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, AND/OR CERTIFICATES
* Valid driver's license
* Must have successfully completed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Examination or pass
the FE within one (1) year of employment
VI. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
* Subject to a background investigation and pre-employment physical including drug test
* Delaware River and Bay Authority requires all employees to have direct deposit with a financial
institution to receive their bi-weekly pay
* Must be willing and available for duty at such hours, day or night, as may be required
If you are interested in applying for this position please complete the on-line application at
www.drba.net. In addition to the online application, please attach a current resume.
The Delaware River and Bay Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer