Natural Gas Utility Project Manager/Engineer

Position Summary

PS&S is seeking an experienced Natural Gas Utility Project Manager / Engineer to join our Warren, NJ office; however, the candidate could possibly work from our Wall or Cherry Hill offices. This position is ideal for a technically strong utility professional who can lead projects through all phases of design and delivery while managing schedules, budgets, and client expectations. In this role, you will oversee multi-disciplinary project teams, provide technical leadership and QA/QC oversight, and ensure successful execution of gas utility infrastructure projects that support safe, reliable service for our clients and communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead natural gas utility projects from kickoff through completion, ensuring delivery on schedule, within scope, and within budget
• Oversee day-to-day project execution while ensuring compliance with client standards, regulatory requirements, and engineering best practices
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and resource plans
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to junior designers, engineers, and support staff
• Coverage and perform QA/QC reviews of engineering deliverables
• Prepare and present project status updates, including identification of risks and mitigation strategies
• Review, interpret, and troubleshoot design plans for linear utility infrastructure projects
• Aid in preparing and submitting federal, state, county, and municipal permit applications

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in distribution natural gas utility engineering and/or design
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
• Demonstrated project management experience, including planning, tracking, coordination, and delivery
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience strongly preferred
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (Civil 3D) required
• Strong communication skills and proficiency in MS Office; MS Project experience is a plus
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Willingness to use your own vehicle to drive to project sites within NJ and occasionally work outside traditional hours when needed
• Ability to communicate and coordinate with internal leadership and external stakeholders including clients and agencies, etc.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on meaningful, real-world infrastructure projects that support safe and reliable energy delivery
• We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our career mapping, ongoing training, and career development program
• We foster a collaborative team culture that values technical excellence and continuous learning
• We give you the flexibility needed to do your best work with several work options including hybrid, on-site, and remote on some occasions
• Competitive compensation along with an expansive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision benefits, life insurance, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more

Additional Information

Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, credentials, internal equity, market data, and geographic location

No recruiters or agencies please

Candidates must be based in the United States and must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for current or future sponsorship

PS&S, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace