Mechanical Engineer

Thalle Construction Co. Inc. is pleased to announce a career opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer on the Central Everglades Planning Project (CEPP) Everglades Agricultural Area (EAA) A-2 Reservoir in Palm Beach County Florida. This project marks the largest contract in the Jacksonville Districts history valued at $2.87 billion. Thalle will oversee the construction of a 17.75-mile embankment dam and associated structures. This project offers potential Project Team members a valuable opportunity to broaden their professional experience and advance their careers throughout its duration. The CEPP plays a vital role in Everglades restoration aiming to enhance ecosystem health improve water storage and increase resilience to climate change.

Thalle established in 1947 is a heavy civil construction company with a corporate office located in Hillsborough NC and a regional office in Alvarado Texas. Thalle currently has active heavy civil construction projects spanning from New York to South Florida to Texas and continuing to expand our geographical footprint. Our diverse and expansive project scope of heavy civil infrastructure projects incorporates all degrees of civil construction that includes but is not limited to; Conventional Concrete Roller Compacted Concrete and Earthen Dams Navigational Waterway Locks Reservoirs Large Diameter Underground Utilities Treatment Facilities Landfills Site Work Mass Soil & Rock Excavation Coal Ash Closures DOT Highway & Bridge Construction and on demand emergency services etc.

We are a proud representative of The Tully Group (Tully) who was established in 1921 and developed into one of the nations largest privately held family-owned construction firms. Tullys corporate office located in New York City has provided an opportunity to develop and sustain a long history of heavy civil projects in the Metro New York Area and New Jersey. Visit for more information.

Safety is our TOP priority! Thalle offers a competitive salary package with a full range of benefits including Major Medical Dental Vision Short and Long-Term Disability generous PTO paid company holidays Life Insurance and 401K with a company match and more! Compensation is based on experience and qualifications.

Thalle is an Equal Opportunity Employer E-Verify and Drug Free Workplace.

Regional Office Location: Palm Beach County Florida.

Job Title: MechanicalEngineer

Salary: Competitive compensation package based on experience.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform daily site inspections and prepare detailed reports on mechanical work progress production and schedule tracking.
• Oversee installation testing and commissioning of mechanical systems including piping pumps valves HVAC and process equipment.
• Develop and manage mechanical submittals RFIs change orders notifications and technical correspondence.
• Coordinate with design engineers subcontractors vendors and field personnel to resolve mechanical and constructability issues.
• Support daily weekly and monthly coordination meetings with strong communication and leadership skills.
• Review and interpret mechanical plans P&IDs and specifications to ensure compliance with project and client requirements.
• Obtain and evaluate material and equipment quotes from suppliers; prepare purchase orders for approval.
• Maintain accurate records of material usage deliveries and equipment utilization ensuring cost codes and documentation are properly tracked.
• Prepare monthly mechanical progress reports and assist the Project Manager with pay applications.
• Support equipment and system start-up activities ensuring proper testing documentation and turnover packages.
• Assist with developing and maintaining construction schedules in Primavera P6.
• Support and maintain project document control ensuring all mechanical documentation is up to date in Primavera and Expedition.
• Contribute to safety initiatives and promote a culture of quality and accountability on site.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management (with a mechanical emphasis).
• Graduate Mechanical Engineer with 2 years of related experience or Undergraduate Mechanical Engineer with 5 years of related experience.
• Experience on heavy civil or water infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with Primavera P6 AutoCAD and other design/scheduling tools.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience working on USACE or other federal heavy civil projects is a plus.
• Strong ability to multitask work independently under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Prior field experience with mechanical systems installation alignment and commissioning is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA FMLA and other federal state and local standards including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular punctual attendance consistent with the ADA FMLA and other federal state and local standards
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs
• Must be able to talk listen and speak clearly on telephone