- Location
- Detroit, Michigan, United States · published
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Engineering
- Source
- Workable
Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented Project Engineer to support commercial electrical construction projects through technical documentation, procurement, scheduling, and field coordination. The ideal candidate has a background in construction or electrical project coordination and can work closely with project managers, field teams, subcontractors, and design professionals to keep projects organized and moving forward.
This role offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience across all phases of commercial electrical construction, with a pathway toward Assistant Project Manager and Project Manager positions.
Responsibilities
- Support project managers with daily project planning, execution, and coordination.
- Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, transmittals, and procurement documentation.
- Review electrical drawings, specifications, and contracts to verify project scope and identify design discrepancies.
- Coordinate with field crews, suppliers, subcontractors, general contractors, and internal project teams.
- Track material orders, delivery schedules, equipment availability, and long-lead items.
- Assist with monitoring project schedules, expenses, budgets, billing, and cost forecasts.
- Participate in site visits and project meetings, document key decisions, and follow up on outstanding items.
- Work 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.
- Assist with 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.