About the Role
This is a hands-on role with real responsibility, supporting Project Managers and senior engineers to ensure the smooth execution of Vanderweil's MEP scope on a critical public health infrastructure project. You will be embedded in a high-performing team working on a project that will shape New York's public health infrastructure for generations.
Responsibilities
- Support Project Managers, Engineers, Subcontractors, and field personnel
- Contract, Scope and Quality management
- Coordinate deliverables and design reviews
- Review and track submittals, RFIs, ASIs, and change directives; coordinate timely responses from the engineering team
- Attend OAC and coordination meetings; prepare and distribute meeting minutes and action items
- Assist with assembly of project documents, drawings, and coordinating distribution
- Maintain files and documentation control for both internal network and client folders
- Meet schedules and budgets on projects that can’t fail
Requirements
- 2+ years of related background
- Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in Project Management, Engineering, Technical field or equivalent experience
- Client facing communication skills
- Lab, healthcare, or public sector project experience is a bonus — but not required
- Detail-oriented with ability to prioritize and complete deadline-driven tasks efficiently
- Analytical thinker with initiative to learn and adapt to various client expectations
Skills
- MEP engineering
- Project Management
- Contract Management
- Scope Management
- Quality Management
- Deliverable Coordination
- Design Review Coordination
- Submittal Review
- RFI Management
- ASI Management
- Change Directive Management
- Meeting Facilitation
- Documentation Control
- Client Communication
- Detail-Oriented
- Analytical Thinking
Location
- Albany, NY
Work Type
- Hybrid (up to 2 days remote per week)
Experience Level
- 2+ years
Education Level
- Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in Project Management, Engineering, Technical field or equivalent experience
Salary/Compensations
- $80,000 to $100,000
Benefits
- Benefits commensurate with years of experience, professional licensure and education
- Wellness programs that support physical and behavioral health
About the Company
- Vanderweil Engineers is a nationally recognized, top-ranked engineering firm specializing in MEP/FP and technology services.
- For 75 years, we've delivered innovative solutions across diverse sectors—including Science & Technology, Mission Critical, Academic, Healthcare, and Commercial.
- As one of the largest independently owned engineering firms in the U.S., our team of 500+ professionals operates from nine offices nationwide, bringing deep expertise and a commitment to excellence to every project.
Equal Opportunity
- We foster an equitable and inclusive workplace.
