Mission-Critical Project Engineer Data Center Focus

About Us Intermountain Electric (IME) brings decades of experience as a trusted leader in electrical contracting. Founded in 1946, we began as a small company in Denver, CO, and have since grown to be part of the largest specialty contractor in North America. Today, we work with owners and contractors nationwide, delivering complex construction solutions across various industries, including aviation, mission critical, entertainment, and healthcare. At IME, our people are our most valuable asset. We are committed to fostering a culture that prioritizes safety, quality, and professional growth. Joining IME is more than just finding a job—it's about building a career with opportunities to advance and make an organizational impact. Power your future with IME and be a part of a team that drives success in every project. About this Role Project Engineer – Mission Critical For 80 years, Intermountain Electric, Inc. (IME) has been a trusted partner on the front lines of some of the most essential electrical projects, delivering safe, smart, and reliable electrical solutions through our people and partnerships, the IME Way. Through strategic planning, collaboration, and technical excellence, and guided by our values of Integrity, Safety, Ingenuity, Relationships, Craftsmanship, and Spark, we empower our professionals to innovate, support our field teams, and strengthen the partnerships that move our work forward. Join a team where your expertise fuels the systems that keep communities running! What You\'ll Do Key Responsibilities The Project Engineer plays a vital role in delivering mission‑critical electrical projects, including data center construction, with precision and purpose. This position supports all engineering and technical disciplines throughout the project lifecycle—from concept through completion. With a strong commitment to craftsmanship and accuracy, the Project Engineer plans, schedules, forecasts, resources, and manages technical activities to ensure every detail meets the highest quality standards. Through ingenuity and collaboration, they contribute to innovative problem‑solving and continuous improvement on complex electrical projects. Project Planning & Ingenuity Demonstrate craftsmanship and attention to detail by thoroughly analyzing and interpreting construction drawings to ensure a complete understanding of project requirements. Assist in reviewing plans and specifications, developing detailed checklists that highlight contractual and technical items requiring ongoing attention—supporting integrity and accountability from the outset. Collaborate with cross‑functional project teams to contribute to cost estimates and schedules, applying ingenuity and analytical thinking to drive well‑informed project planning decisions. Project Progress & Craftsmanship Prepare clear, accurate statements of work, submittals, and change management documentation, promoting transparent communication and trust across project stakeholders. Inspect equipment, materials, workmanship, and completed construction with a commitment to exceptional craftsmanship and quality, ensuring full compliance with project specifications. Maintain precise and organized project records to track progress, changes, and compliance—reinforcing integrity, accuracy, and reliability in reporting. Safety Leadership Champion a safety‑first culture, modeling behaviors that protect people, projects, and communities. Actively promote and ensure compliance with all safety regulations, standards, and best practices, reflecting our unwavering commitment to safety and care for others. Monitor ongoing work to verify that materials, methods, and installations align with safety requirements and approved specifications. Industry Engagement & Relationships Serve as a brand ambassador, representing the company with professionalism, integrity, and ethical leadership in all interactions. Build and strengthen relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and industry partners, fostering long‑term collaboration and trust. Cultivate industry connections and stay engaged with market trends, helping position the company as a respected and reliable leader in electrical contracting. Bring spark and enthusiasm to teamwork, collaboration, and external engagement—contributing energy, curiosity, and pride in our work. Additional duties as assigned. What You\'ll Bring Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong capability in due diligence and risk assessment, supporting sound decision‑making and project integrity. Impeccable ethics and professionalism with internal teams and external partners. Strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills that support effective relationships and collaboration. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex technical information to diverse audiences. Willingness to travel frequently to construction sites to stay engaged, visible, and connected to project teams. Demonstrated Accomplishments Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Procore, Bluebeam, and Accubid. Proven ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction drawings. Solid understanding of electrical construction in large‑scale commercial or mission‑critical environments, including data centers. Experience building productive relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to stay informed of industry and market trends. Thorough knowledge of safety standards and best practices in electrical construction. Education & Experience Demonstrated hands‑on experience supporting construction projects, with exposure to electrical systems in commercial or mission‑critical environments such as data centers strongly preferred. Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent combinations of relevant education, training, and applied project experience will be considered. What You\'ll Get Working Conditions : The majority of the time you will work on construction job sites. When on construction job sites you will encounter typical construction conditions including extreme temperatures, noise, dust, mud debris, welding, leading edge, trenching, and shoring, sometimes in a confined space. You may be required to visit multiple locations during any one day. Benefits Overview: IME provides an industry‑leading comprehensive benefits package. Full‑time employees are eligible to choose from a variety of healthcare coverage options, which become effective the first of the month after hire. In addition, employees are offered a substantial amount of PTO and are immediately eligible to make contributions to a generously matched and fully vested 401k. Salary Range: *Final salary and rates are based on education, experience, skills relevant to the role, and internal equity.* Established in 1946, IME is part of Quanta Services, the largest specialty contractor in North America. We base our business model on always doing the right thing and pride ourselves in finding the best processes and practices in everything we do. As an electrical contractor, we install and service the power and lighting to commercial and industrial buildings in the Western US. The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned as required. Intermountain Electric, Inc. (IME) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and to creating an environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. IME will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees who are qualified for a job so that they may perform the essential duties of the position. IME strives to provide a safe work environment for its employees. Under applicable laws and regulations, IME conducts background checks on all final candidates. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department. #J-18808-Ljbffr