Project Engineer Trainee

Talent Team•Brea, CA

20h

About The Position

At Baker Electric we are energized by truly living our values - Team Builders, Relentless Follow Through, All-In, and Care for Others. When our team members work together with these things in mind, we do great things both individually and as an organization. Being an employee-owned company shows our drive for sustainable, long-term growth while enhancing the lives of our team members. SUMMARY: The Project Engineer I - Training role is designed to provide foundational training and support for entry-level Project Engineers. This role focuses on developing the necessary skills to effectively provide administrative and technical project assistance under the guidance of senior project staff. This non-exempt, individual contributor position is ideal for candidates seeking to grow within the construction project management field. At Baker, we are proud to be an employee-owned company. When you join, you will have the opportunity for a great career and the financial benefits of being an owner. Through our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), eligible employees can become part owners of the company. Instead of just receiving a paycheck, you will be given shares of the company's stock over time. As the company prospers, the value of these shares can increase, providing you with a potential wealth-building opportunity in addition to a competitive compensation package. The ESOP will enable you to share the company's success and growth. For more information regarding employee ownership at Baker Electric and its significant potential, click here: Employee Stock Ownership Program | Baker Electric (baker-electric.com)

Responsibilities

Project Administration and Coordination: Provide internal project support through structured training and coordination of project tasks, learning how to manage project documentation and data entry accurately.
Job Setup and Documentation: Assist in setting up jobs in project management software, creating Job Information Sheets, and establishing Job Files with appropriate guidance and oversight.
Subcontract Administration: Learn how to assemble subcontracts for review and maintain relevant documentation.
Data Management: Support the maintenance of data accuracy in project management software (Procore) through hands-on training and supervised data entry tasks.
Purchase Orders: Under the supervision of experienced project engineers, assist in creating and processing purchase orders throughout the project duration.
Scheduling: Learn to prepare project schedules based on estimated hours, project milestones, and established guidelines, with direct oversight from senior project staff.
Project Coordination: Coordinate Tier-Subcontractor scheduling with Baker Electric Project Foremen, ensuring that all relevant information is communicated clearly and effectively.
Permitting and Compliance: Support the obtaining and maintaining of necessary permits through structured learning and direct mentorship.
Technical Training: Senior engineers will provide training to help participants develop a basic technical understanding of single-line, lighting, and switchgear drawings.
RFI Process: Review and understand Requests for Information (RFIs) generated by field personnel and learn how to compare them with project drawings and specifications.
RFI Tracking: Coordinate the RFI process under the guidance of senior project staff, ensuring timely responses and maintaining accurate logs.
Submittal Coordination: Under supervision, support the coordination with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure submittals are complete and accurate prior to forwarding.
Punch List Coordination: Help close projects by coordinating the completion of the project punch list and learning best practices for project closeout.
Change Order Processing: Support the processing of field-generated change order requests through hands-on training and detailed guidance.
Communication and Reporting: Provide input and promptly respond to project status requests, adhering to established project deadlines.