Project Engineer

At Elecnor Hawkeye, we prioritize our employees by fostering a collaborative, dynamic environment that enables them to reach their full potential. As a leading company in engineering, construction, and infrastructure, we provide solutions for electrical transmission, substations, gas pipelines, and solar facilities. Our goal is to build essential energy infrastructure while supporting the transition to cleaner energy sources. We have established a strong reputation for delivering affordable and safe services, and we remain committed to ensuring customer satisfaction, protecting the environment, and completing projects on time and within budget. We consistently seek ways to enhance our operations, support ongoing growth, and expand our services across the Northeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions and beyond. The Project Engineer position offers an exciting opportunity to develop project schedules and processes for cutting‑edge overhead transmission projects. The Project Engineer will collaborate with functional leads and project managers, engaging in both office and fieldwork to identify critical and near‑critical paths. This role offers ample learning opportunities, enabling you to gain hands‑on experience and identify trends that keep the project team on track. Responsibilities Monitor and control project expenditures, ensuring accurate recording of supplier, vendor, and subcontractor tickets, invoices, and claims. Provide planning and cost control support for all projects, including variation reporting, contract progress monitoring, and customer billing preparation. Assist with preconstruction tasks, including mark‑out requests, job kick‑offs, utility work packages, and permitting. Capture and record data, including timesheets, crew locations, billing, as‑built records, and materials. Manage and schedule project activities, ensuring timely execution and monitoring. Utilize productive reports from the project management system (View Point) for effective project implementation. Collaborate with the project management team to resolve issues and ensure project completion. Report monthly on project costs to ensure expenditures align with the project budget. Engage in both office and fieldwork, providing hands‑on support for underground transmission projects. Participate in dynamic project kick‑offs and in the development of utility work packages. Attend and contribute to customer meetings, gaining exposure to client interactions and project negotiations. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Construction Management. 1 – 3 years of experience in the Construction or Utility industries. Proficient in MS Office for project documentation and reporting. Extensive expertise in Excel, data manipulation, and spreadsheet design to effectively communicate results. Must be proactive and willing to take on additional responsibilities without being asked. A collaborative team member capable of working independently. Experience with budgeting, financial reporting, and cost tracking. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Prolonged periods of sedentary work. Physical mobility and heavy machinery, uneven terrain, and adverse weather conditions, with potential exposure to extreme heat, cold, rain, or high winds. Electrical hazards, such as energized power lines or equipment. Cave‑ins, falling objects, and dust laden with particulates. Special Physical Demands Prolonged standing and walking long distances around construction sites with uneven surfaces. Ability to climb ladders or scaffolds. A combination of moderate lifting and frequent movement. Must be able to lift or move items weighing up to 25 pounds. Work Contact Group Regular contact with all staff and departments, including Finance, Safety, Fleet, IT, and Legal. Significant contact specifically with operations and project management personnel across Elecnor Hawkeye. Frequent contact with external parties, screening vendors, training providers, third‑party administrators, and regulatory bodies as directed. Elecnor Hawkeye provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to ensure both your physical health and financial security, as well as that of your dependents. Some of the benefits we offer include robust health insurance options, retirement plans, and wellness programs designed to enhance your overall well‑being. At Elecnor Hawkeye, we are dedicated to helping our employees prioritize their health and financial future while achieving these important goals. Elecnor Hawkeye USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, religion, age, pregnancy, disability, work‑related injury, veteran status, political ideology, marital status, or any other factor that the law protects from employment discrimination. #J-18808-Ljbffr Elecnor Hawkeye