Senior Electrical Engineer
Company: BBS Architects, Landscape Architects & Enginee
Location: Albany
Posted on: February 8, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Senior Electrical Engineer BBS
is currently seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer/Project Manager
for the firm’s Albany office. This senior-level position is perfect
for an independent professional who will be responsible for the
day-to-day organizational, technical and production aspects for
projects of varying types, complexities, scopes and budgets, and
will be required to "shepherd" the project development process from
conceptual design through substantial completion and final
closeout. Working at BBS, you are part of a multi-disciplined firm
with a wide range of consulting services located in-house,
successfully delivering building and site projects for clients
predominantly with K-12/higher educational backgrounds for over 40
years. With 75% of our valued staff being employed at BBS for over
10 years, and many for over 20 years, our vision is long term, and
it includes the most talented individuals in the industry. At BBS
you will contribute to a wide range of projects that help our
clients understand the challenges placed before them today while
connecting them to the future. We support a workplace culture that
encourages innovation, creativity and camaraderie. BBS Architects,
Landscape Architects & Engineers, P.C. is Long Island-based, ENR
New York Top 100 design firm that continually strives for
excellence in providing integrated architectural, landscape
architectural and M/E/P engineering solutions to help our clients
successfully plan, design, and build their projects. WHO ARE WE
LOOKING FOR? We are looking for an ambitious and dedicated
self-starter with extensive experience in the A/E/C environment.
The selected candidate will be a licensed engineer with a minimum
of 15 years of successful project management experience on
K-12/higher educational and other type of projects. The candidate
will also have successful experience with the direct management of
employees including other Senior Engineers/Project Managers,
project-level architects and engineers, technical designers, and a
demonstrated success in winning new business. The candidate should
have a dedication to the profession with a strong, self-driven
desire to progress. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Independently
manages projects from conceptual design through construction
closeout, multiple at one time. Provides support on larger projects
to other Senior Project Managers. Leads in-house design teams of
project engineers, project designers, technicians and outside
consultants, and works well with Construction Managers and client
representatives. Assesses, understands and designs building
engineering systems, i.e. building power, lighting, low-voltage
systems and photovoltaic project systems. Provides, coordinates and
oversees production of construction documents and technical
specifications for public bidding. Follows production schedules and
is able to meet multiple simultaneous deadlines. In charge of all
Construction Administration on assigned projects including but not
limited to adhering to public bidding procedures, Contractor
submittal review and management, payment requisition review,
attending project meetings, field visits, coordinating with
multiple trades/contractors. Delivers projects that comply with all
applicable codes, standards and regulations. Supports project
administration activities including but not limited to staffing
projections, time requirements, project fees, cost estimating,
billing. Applies quality, cost, and time control measures as
necessary to ensure highest level of client satisfaction.
Supervises other project staff and technical teams of different
disciplines, sizes, and skill-levels. Grows our Albany practice
through new business development initiatives including but not
limited to lead identification, potential client outreach and
follow-up, marketing process support. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor of Electrical Engineering degree or equivalent. 15 years
of experience as a professional engineer (PE). Minimum 5 years of
electrical design experience and minimum 10 years of project
management experience in consulting environment. Understand the
process and workflow of an A/E project team, work within
established cost budgets. Excellent verbal, written and visual
communication skills. Self-driven desire to grow professionally,
independence, strong leadership and organizational skills, ability
to set and adhere to goals. High-level time management
capabilities, meet multiple simultaneous deadlines, delegate tasks,
conflict mitigation, client interaction and negotiations, training
of staff as needed. Public presentation capabilities,
travel/driving required, occasional night meetings. High-level of
proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Office. Knowledge of Revit
advantageous. Successful project track record in the local A/E/C
industry within the Capital District, Hudson Valley, Mohawk Valley
and Central New York regions. Experience in interacting with
various level government agencies and municipalities is a plus.
Preference may be given to a candidate with strong K-12/higher
education experience in the noted geographical area. BENEFITS
INCLUDE: Comprehensive, competitive compensation package. Group
health insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance plans
Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Company-paid group life insurance. Supplemental life, spousal and
dependent life and AFLAC plans available. 401k plan. Company-paid
vacation starting and sick/personal time. Professional development
program, professional licensing/certifications reimbursement. Send
Resume to Frederick W. Seeba, PE at seeba@bbsarch.com BBS is an
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged
to apply and will be considered without regard to age, race, creed,
color, national origin, ancestry, martial status, affectional or
sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability,
nationality or sex.
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