Senior Project Engineer

Helix Electric•Goodyear, AZ

About The Position

The electrical Senior Project Engineer assists the Project Manager and serves as a liaison between the field and the office. The role defines project objectives and supports planning, execution, and completion according to schedule and budget. The position provides close support to senior project management and helps deliver quality work that meets customer expectations, project scope, schedule, and profitability goals. It also supports project teams, improves department systems and processes, and communicates project challenges, risks, and successes.

Requirements

At least 3 years of project engineer experience in electrical construction.
Understanding of engineering in electric power.
Field experience coordinating with construction management.
Extensive knowledge of project scheduling, bids, take-offs, change orders, and contracts.
Demonstrated ability to develop relationships and assist in winning projects.
Demonstrated ability to closely support the operation of a profitable portfolio.
Exceptional initiative, execution, and oral and written communication skills.
Exceptional analytical, motivational, and leadership skills.

Nice To Haves

BSEE or degree in Construction Management strongly preferred.
Journeyman or Master Electrician's license is a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide close support to the senior project management team.
Develop project teams and deliver quality work that meets customer expectations, project scope, schedule, and budget.
Develop and support project management techniques, schedule goals, procurement and contractual requirements, personnel assignments, and capacity planning.
Evaluate and continually improve department systems and processes, including internal unit tracking methods.
Manage, mentor, and develop colleagues.
Ensure schedule requirements are met and adjust priorities and milestones in response to changing customer needs, resource availability, and job requirements.
Interact with customers to confirm expectations are understood and met before, during, and after project completion.
Provide support and oversight for third-party construction firms and subcontractors.
Manage the project review process, with particular emphasis on financial forecasting.
Ensure high-quality engineering, studies, and project delivery.
Communicate challenges, risks, and successes proactively and systematically.
Oversee monthly invoicing according to project terms and negotiate appropriate change orders.
Coordinate with Site Superintendents to understand and assess installation methods, labor needs, and manpower forecasts.
Support and oversee adherence to the Quality Control process.
Support downstream team members in meeting deadlines for assigned tasks.