Preconstruction Engineer

Faith Technologies • El Paso, TX

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About The Position

The Preconstruction Engineer works closely with the Preconstruction Manager during all phases of Design-Build, Design Assist, and integrated projects. The role supports basic electrical power, lighting, and low-voltage installations, as well as constructability reviews, value engineering, and project documentation. It provides design, budgeting, model coordination, and field support throughout project delivery, helping translate design intent to project teams and construction personnel. The position may work on site as needed and requires travel of 15–40%. The work schedule is between 7 AM and 5 PM, Monday through Friday, with flexibility required.

The ideal candidate is proficient with a PC and Microsoft Office Suite; has knowledge or proficiency with AutoCAD; has experience with BIM/3-D/Revit software; and has knowledge of enterprise electrical estimating software. Knowledge of the National Electric Code (NEC) is preferred. Minimum qualifications include a technical associate or bachelor’s degree and 5 to 7 years of progressive CAD experience or Accubid experience.

Requirements

• Technical associate or bachelor’s degree.
• 5 to 7 years of progressive CAD experience or Accubid experience.
• Proficiency using a PC and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge or proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Experience with BIM/3-D/Revit software.
• Knowledge of enterprise electrical estimating software.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Ability to travel 15–40%.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the National Electric Code (NEC).

Responsibilities

• Apply detailing and prefabrication strategies to designs during preconstruction and communicate those strategies to the project team at project start-up.
• Lead, assist, and work with estimating team members to develop project budgets and cost alternatives.
• Support the Preconstruction Manager by developing and providing design, budgeting, and model coordination support on Design-Build, Design Assist, and integrated projects.
• Keep the Preconstruction Manager informed of changes and modifications made during the process.
• Support field personnel during construction, translate design intent to the field, and work on site as needed.
• Attend site meetings and visits as needed to document existing conditions.
• Work with Faith Designers to submit energy code and egress lighting drawings for state submittal.
• Create and document value engineering solutions, including identifying design alternatives and quantifying affected cost elements.
• Assist and work with the assigned engineering team to develop designs that meet project goals.
• Support collection of schedule and production data from the field for project control functions.
• Support MEP coordination with other trade contractors.
• Support construction as-built and documentation processes.
• Support the development of manufacturing opportunities with the Preconstruction and operations teams to support project delivery.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Benefits

• Career development and continued education programs.
• Competitive, merit-based compensation.
• Career path development.
• Flexible and robust benefits package for regular/full-time team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree