Project Engineer - Mission Critical

Intermountain Electric Inc • Aurora District, CO

3d • $74,800 - $101,200

About The Position

The Project Engineer supports engineering and technical activities for large-scale, mission-critical electrical construction projects, including data centers, from concept through completion. The role helps plan, schedule, forecast, resource, and manage project execution, ensuring quality, accuracy, and successful outcomes on complex, fast-paced projects. It works collaboratively with project teams and field personnel to support coordinated electrical systems and continuous improvement.

Most work takes place in a typical office environment, with occasional travel to construction sites. Site conditions may include extreme temperatures, noise, dust, mud, debris, welding, leading edges, trenching, shoring, and confined spaces. The role may require visits to multiple locations in one day and frequent travel to construction sites.

IME offers full-time employees healthcare coverage options effective the first of the month after hire, substantial PTO, and immediate eligibility to contribute to a generously matched, fully vested 401(k). The anticipated salary range is $74,800–$101,200, depending on education, experience, relevant skills, and internal equity. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is unavailable. Final candidates are subject to background checks. IME is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees.

Requirements

• Hands-on experience with larger-scale or more complex commercial or mission-critical construction projects.
• Experience contributing to projects with defined schedules, multiple phases, or coordination across trades.
• Strong due diligence and risk-assessment capabilities.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills for fast-paced, schedule-sensitive environments.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to explain complex technical information to diverse audiences.
• Willingness to travel frequently to construction sites.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Procore, Bluebeam, and Accubid.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction drawings in large or complex project environments.
• Understanding of electrical construction in large-scale commercial or mission-critical environments, including data centers.
• Knowledge of safety standards and best practices in electrical construction.
• Professionalism and strong ethics when working with internal teams and external partners.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field; equivalent combinations of relevant education, training, and applied project experience will be considered.
• Experience supporting schedule-driven projects with multiple stakeholders and coordinated workflows.
• Experience building productive relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers and staying informed about industry and market trends.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret construction drawings to understand project scope.
• Review plans and specifications and develop checklists of contractual and technical items requiring attention.
• Collaborate with cross-functional project teams on cost estimates and schedule development.
• Prepare statements of work, submittals, and change-management documentation.
• Inspect equipment, materials, workmanship, and completed construction for quality and compliance with project specifications.
• Maintain organized project records tracking progress, changes, and compliance.
• Promote a safety-first culture and compliance with safety regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Monitor work to confirm materials, methods, and installations meet safety requirements and approved specifications.
• Represent the company professionally and ethically in interactions with others.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and industry partners.
• Stay engaged with industry connections and market trends.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage options for full-time employees, effective the first of the month after hire.
• Substantial paid time off (PTO).
• 401(k) contributions with a generous company match and immediate vesting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed