Project Engineer Academy

Baker Electric•Brea, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an on-site role based in Brea, CA. The Project Engineer I Training role offers an entry-level, hands-on opportunity for candidates to build a career in construction project management. Under the guidance of experienced team members, you’ll develop the administrative and technical skills needed to support projects from start to finish. You’ll be part of the Project Academy of Construction Excellence (PACE), a structured two-year training program featuring rotations in Estimating, Office Project Engineering, and Field Project Engineering. Through real-world experience, you’ll gain exposure to preconstruction, project execution, software tools, documentation, and vendor coordination.

Requirements

Degree in construction management, electrical or civil engineering, or equivalent construction experience.
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills with a willingness to learn Baker systems and workflows.
Willingness to relocate or travel for a full-year remote jobsite assignment; valid driver's license and site-safety readiness.

Responsibilities

Support project teams throughout the estimating, project engineering, and field operations phases of electrical construction projects.
Assist with project setup, document control, file organization, data entry, and project tracking systems, including Procore.
Perform quantity takeoffs, scope reviews, and bid support using Accubid, LiveCount, and BuildingConnected.
Assist with bid preparation, bid summaries, vendor outreach, and scope validation during the estimating phase.
Support the preparation, processing, and tracking of subcontracts, purchase orders, and procurement documentation.
Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, clients, project teams, and field personnel to support project execution and timely resolution of issues.
Prepare, track, and follow up on RFIs, submittmits, change orders, and other project documentation to ensure accuracy and timely completion.
Assist with project scheduling, buyout tracking, permitting, compliance, and reporting activities.
Develop the ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, including single-line diagrams, lighting plans, and switchgear details.
Utilize project management and construction technology, including Procore, Spectrum, Bluebeam, and Briq, to maintain accurate project records and support project reporting.
Support field operations by working with Foremen, Superintendents, and crews on scheduling, project phasing, quality control, logistics, safety, procurement, and daily project execution.
Assist with project closeout activities, including punch lists, documentation, and final project deliverables.
Provide timely updates, communicate project needs, and respond to requests from internal and external project stakeholders.
Build effective working relationships across Estimating, Operations, Field Operations, vendors, subcontractors, and clients.
Participate in required training, skill evaluations, check-ins, and quarterly leadership reviews throughout the program.
Demonstrate continuous growth in technical knowledge, project management skills, communication, problem-solving, and leadership throughout each phase of the program.