Project Engineer (OMNI Electric)

Haydon Companies•Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

The Project Engineer supports the successful execution of dry utility construction projects by assisting with project coordination, documentation, and financial tracking. Working closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, and field teams, this role helps ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in alignment with company standards. The Project Engineer maintains project organization, supports stakeholder communication, and drives accountability throughout the project lifecycle. At Omni Electric, the Project Engineer supports planning, coordination, and delivery of transportation and dry utility projects. The role involves project administration, submittals and RFIs, cost tracking, scheduling, field-team collaboration, and project closeout. It is suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is eager to learn, and wants to grow within a construction team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
At least 3 years of construction or related industry experience.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Current and ongoing authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience in dry utilities, underground electrical infrastructure, or highway construction.
Experience with construction software such as Bluebeam, Procore, Viewpoint, or P6.

Responsibilities

Assist in planning, executing, and closing out dry utility construction projects, including electric, telecom, and gas projects.
Support Project Manager(s) with day-to-day project operations and coordination.
Maintain organized project documentation, including contracts, drawings, and specifications.
Distribute and track project documents to maintain alignment across project teams.
Prepare, track, and manage submittals to clients and engineers.
Draft and track Requests for Information (RFIs) and maintain logs for submittals, RFIs, and other project controls.
Assist with project budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking.
Support preparation and tracking of client and subcontractor change orders.
Review invoices and assist with pay applications and billing processes.
Help identify cost impacts and support variance analysis.
Support development and updates of project schedules.
Coordinate with field teams to track progress and identify potential delays.
Assist with planning material procurement and delivery timelines.
Communicate regularly with Superintendents and field crews to support project needs.
Conduct job site visits to understand field operations and project progress.
Support resolution of field issues through coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
Assist with project closeout, including punch lists, as-builts, and final documentation.
Ensure required project documentation is complete and properly archived.