Senior Engineer (Secret Clearance)
 The Building People | |
life insurance, paid time off, long term disability, 401(k), retirement plan
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 United States, D.C., Washington | |
 Sep 19, 2026 | |
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The Building People, LLC, has a position open for a Senior Engineer with an active Secret Clearance supporting facilities planning, infrastructure evaluation, facility condition assessments, building automation systems, and campus modernization initiatives for our federal client Key Responsibilities: * Conduct technical assessments of facility infrastructure, including mechanical, electrical, civil, and structural systems.
* Evaluate existing site conditions and provide recommendations for improvements, repairs, and compliance with codes.
* Develop engineering designs, specifications, and plans for new construction, renovations, and modernization projects.
* Integrate building automation and energy systems into campus operations.
* Prepare technical reports, cost estimates, and presentations for stakeholders.
* Support facility condition assessments and functional testing of critical systems.
* Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including ADA, fire/life safety, and environmental standards.
* Collaborate with other team members to support master planning and space utilization.
Experience/Skills:
* Active Secret Clearance
* The Engineer must have hands-on experience with Federal facilities projects, preferably in a campus environment, Operation & Maintenance, daily operations and implementing and managing multiple concurrent projects.
* Minimum 10 years of experience in federal facility engineering or architectural projects.
* Proficiency in facility condition assessments, design guidance, and troubleshooting.
* Strong communication and team collaboration skills.
* Knowledge of federal regulations, codes, and standards (ADA, fire/life safety, environmental).
* Experience with campus operations and maintenance requirements.
Education Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or related field) from an accredited institution required.
* Advanced degree preferred for Senior Engineer.
* Professional licensure (e.g., Professional Engineer (PE)) required *Salary offered will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, qualifications, and certifications. *Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government. *Please note that telework arrangements are subject to change based on customer requirements. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Competitive benefits for eligible employees include:
All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at reasonableaccomodation@thebuildingpeople.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address. For more information, view the EEO is the Law Poster and Pay Transparency Statement. | |