Project Engineer - Commercial Electrical Projects

AlphaX•Detroit, MI

8h•$65,000 - $92,000

About The Position

The Project Engineer supports commercial electrical construction projects by coordinating technical documentation, procurement, schedules, and field activities. Working closely with project managers, field teams, and design professionals, the role helps keep projects organized and progressing efficiently from planning through completion. The position includes site visits and travel to job sites throughout the Detroit metropolitan area.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in construction, project engineering, or electrical project coordination.
Working knowledge of commercial electrical systems, installation methods, and construction workflows.
Familiarity with RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement tracking, and project scheduling.
Ability to interpret electrical drawings, technical specifications, contracts, and construction schedules.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction tools such as Procore or Bluebeam.
Strong organizational, communication, analytical, and time-management skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Comfort collaborating with field teams, trade partners, vendors, and clients.
Willingness to travel to job sites throughout the Detroit metropolitan area.

Nice To Haves

Experience with a commercial electrical contractor or electrical subcontractor.
Experience with healthcare, higher education, institutional, manufacturing, or industrial projects.

Responsibilities

Support project managers with daily project planning, execution, and coordination.
Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, transmittals, and procurement records.
Review electrical drawings, specifications, and contracts to verify project scope and identify design discrepancies.
Coordinate with field crews, suppliers, subcontractors, general contractors, and internal teams.
Track material orders, delivery schedules, equipment availability, and long-lead items.
Assist with monitoring project schedules, expenses, budgets, billing, and cost forecasts.
Attend site visits and project meetings, document decisions, and follow up on outstanding items.
Collaborate with estimating and BIM/VDC teams on constructability reviews, design coordination, and material planning.
Maintain accurate project records, drawings, correspondence, meeting minutes, and progress reports.
Support quantity takeoffs, purchasing, commissioning, punch lists, and final project handover.
Identify and escalate potential delays, budget concerns, material shortages, and coordination issues.
Help ensure project activities meet contractual requirements, technical standards, quality expectations, and safety procedures.

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.
Mentorship from experienced project managers and field leaders.
Career progression toward Assistant Project Manager and Project Manager positions.
Exposure to large-scale commercial electrical construction projects.