Project Engineer - Commercial Electrical Projects
About The Position
We are seeking a motivated Project Engineer to support the delivery of commercial electrical construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. Working closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, and field teams, this role will assist with project coordination, documentation, scheduling, procurement, and cost tracking. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in commercial electrical construction, with mentorship from experienced project leaders and a clear path toward Assistant Project Manager and Project Manager positions. Projects include healthcare, higher education, institutional, manufacturing, industrial, and other large-scale commercial facilities.
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in commercial construction, project engineering, or electrical construction.
- Experience with a commercial electrical contractor or specialty electrical subcontractor is preferred.
- Working knowledge of commercial electrical systems, installation methods, sequencing, and field operations.
- Familiarity with RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement, scheduling, and construction documentation.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, contracts, and schedules.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or similar platforms.
- Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.
- Willingness to travel to project sites throughout the Detroit metropolitan area.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with healthcare, higher education, institutional, manufacturing, industrial, or other complex commercial projects is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Support Project Managers with planning and execution of commercial electrical projects from start to finish.
- Prepare and track RFIs, submittals, change orders, transmittals, procurement logs, and project documentation.
- Review electrical drawings, specifications, contracts, schedules, and scopes of work.
- Coordinate with Project Managers, Superintendents, field personnel, subcontractors, suppliers, and general contractors.
- Track material procurement, equipment deliveries, long-lead items, and project milestones.
- Assist with scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, billing, and financial reporting.
- Participate in project meetings, site visits, and coordination meetings.
- Work with estimating and BIM/VDC teams to support constructability and project coordination.
- Maintain organized project files, meeting minutes, correspondence, and document control.
- Assist with material takeoffs, procurement planning, commissioning, logistics, and project closeout.
- Help identify and resolve scheduling, procurement, and field coordination issues.
- Support compliance with project requirements, company standards, and safety objectives.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Performance-based bonus opportunities.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off and company holidays.
- Vehicle allowance, where applicable.
- Technical training and professional development.
- Clear career path toward Assistant Project Manager and Project Manager roles.
- Mentorship from experienced project leadership.
- Opportunity to work on large-scale commercial electrical projects.
- Long-term career growth within an established contractor.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
