Project Engineer Electrical Infrastructure

Job Description

Job Description

Summary

A growing Bay Area infrastructure contractor is seeking a Project Engineer to support complex public-sector electrical and infrastructure projects throughout Northern California.

This role will work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, engineers, subcontractors, and public agency clients on projects involving water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, utility infrastructure, and related electrical systems.

This is a strong opportunity for an early-career construction professional who has experience with electrical construction and wants to build a long-term career managing technically complex public infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers with day-to-day execution of electrical and infrastructure projects
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change documentation, procurement, and project correspondence
• Review electrical drawings, specifications, scopes, and contract documents
• Coordinate with field teams, subcontractors, vendors, engineers, and public agency representatives
• Assist with project scheduling, cost tracking, forecasting, and progress reporting
• Track electrical equipment and long-lead materials including switchgear, controls, generators, and related systems
• Support electrical and mechanical coordination on water treatment, wastewater, and pump station projects
• Participate in project meetings and help resolve field and design coordination issues
• Assist with change orders, quantity tracking, billing support, and project documentation
• Support project closeout including punch lists, testing, commissioning, as-builts, and turnover documentation

Requirements

• 2-5+ years of construction experience as a Project Engineer, Field Engineer, Assistant Project Manager, or similar
• Electrical construction experience strongly preferred
• Experience with public works, municipal, water/wastewater, industrial, or infrastructure projects preferred
• Exposure to water treatment plants, wastewater facilities, pump stations, or process facilities is highly desirable
• Understanding of electrical drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and change orders
• Ability to coordinate effectively between field and project management teams
• Experience with construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, Primavera P6, or similar preferred
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent construction experience considered

Compensation & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Professional development and advancement opportunities