Project Engineer

Intermountain Electric Inc • Aurora District, CO

2d • $68,000 - $92,000

About The Position

The Project Engineer provides technical and engineering support for electrical construction projects from initiation through completion. The role coordinates technical activities, supports project planning and execution, maintains quality standards, and promotes safe work practices to help ensure accuracy, compliance, and successful project outcomes. The position works with project teams and stakeholders to interpret project requirements, support documentation and inspections, monitor construction activities, and maintain project records.

The majority of the work is performed on construction job sites. Conditions may include extreme temperatures, noise, dust, mud, debris, welding, leading edges, trenching, shoring, and occasionally confined spaces. The employee may need to visit multiple locations in one day and must be willing to travel frequently to construction project sites.

IME offers full-time employees a choice of healthcare coverage options effective the first of the month after hire, substantial paid time off, and immediate eligibility to contribute to a generously matched, fully vested 401(k). The anticipated salary range is $68,000–$92,000, depending on experience and qualifications. Applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer; visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• Strong ability to perform due diligence and conduct project risk assessments.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across project teams and stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including explaining technical information to audiences with varying levels of expertise.
• Demonstrated commitment to integrity, ethics, and professional conduct.
• Ability and willingness to travel frequently to construction project sites.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Procore, BlueBeam, and Accubid.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and technical construction documents.
• Understanding of electrical construction within large-scale commercial environments.
• Experience developing and maintaining relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, with awareness of industry and market trends.
• Thorough knowledge and application of safety standards within electrical construction.
• Ability to support project quality, documentation, and technical compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Working knowledge of supporting or managing industrial and/or commercial electrical construction projects.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; the company cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Nice To Haves

• General construction experience is preferred.
• A bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant education, skills, and training, is preferred. Equivalent combinations of relevant education, training, and applied experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret construction drawings to understand project requirements.
• Assist in reviewing plans, specifications, and contract documents, identifying key requirements and areas needing ongoing attention.
• Support preparation and maintenance of project checklists for contractual obligations and deliverables.
• Provide input to project teams on cost estimates, schedules, and planning activities.
• Prepare statements of work, submittals, and change management documentation.
• Inspect equipment, materials, workmanship, and completed construction for compliance with project specifications and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate project records to track progress, document changes, and support compliance requirements.
• Assist in monitoring project activities for alignment with approved plans and specifications.
• Promote compliance with applicable safety regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Monitor construction activities for adherence to established safety procedures.
• Ensure materials, equipment, and work methods comply with project and safety requirements.
• Support ongoing safety awareness and accountability across project activities.
• Represent the company’s values and expertise in the electrical contracting industry.
• Maintain professional, ethical, and respectful relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Build and strengthen relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and industry contacts.
• Support the company’s reputation as a trusted and reliable electrical contracting partner.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Choice of healthcare coverage options for full-time employees, effective the first of the month after hire.
• Substantial paid time off (PTO).
• Immediate eligibility to contribute to a generously matched and fully vested 401(k).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level