Project Engineer

Bergelectric - Tempe, AZ

Full-time - Mid Level

Tempe, AZ

Specialty Trade Contractors

About the position

The Project Engineer position at Bergelectric is a critical role responsible for assisting in the management of various projects from their initiation to closeout, all under the guidance of a Project Manager. This position requires a proactive approach to project management, ensuring that all aspects of the project are executed efficiently and in compliance with corporate policies as well as federal and state laws. The Project Engineer will play a key role in the bid turnover and project startup processes, which includes reviewing blueprints and specifications, coordinating materials procurement, and ensuring that all project requirements are met. In addition to managing documentation and compliance, the Project Engineer will be responsible for material requisition, submittal compilation, and the preparation of purchase orders. They will conduct on-site job walk-throughs, manage change orders, and handle requests for information, ensuring that all close-out documents are completed accurately. The role also involves assisting in the preparation of quotations and project proposals, estimating project costs when necessary, and reviewing contracts. The Project Engineer will utilize relevant software applications to set up projects and collaborate closely with project managers, on-site foremen, and general contractors to ensure successful project execution. Maintaining positive relationships with vendors and clients is essential, as is the ability to coordinate effectively with the project team, including field supervision and support staff. The Project Engineer will assist in monitoring project planning, execution, and closure, focusing on quality control and project management functions. They will also be responsible for establishing and maintaining project management files, managing drawing sets, and developing and tracking Requests for Information (RFIs). This role requires active engagement with project management software and the company network to document, measure, track, and resolve project issues efficiently. Additionally, the Project Engineer will assist with job billing preparation and track correspondence, providing support to Project Managers as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the management of the bid turnover and project startup process, blueprints/specifications, review proposals/project requirements and coordinate materials procurement.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and federal/state laws; provide status updates and maintain documentation records.
• Responsible for material requisition, submittal compilation, purchase orders, on-site job walk-throughs, change orders request for information and close-out documents.
• Assist in writing quotations and project proposals, estimating projects when necessary, review of contracts, setting up projects in relevant software applications, working with project managers, on-site foreman, and general contractors on assigned work.
• Maintain and manage online project document postings utilizing Bluebeam Studio and Microsoft SharePoint.
• Develops and maintains a positive relationship with vendors and clients.
• Assists in coordinating the project team - field supervision, project resources and support department staff - as directed by the Senior Project Manager.
• Assists in monitoring project planning, execution and closure, and all project functions as they relate to quality control and project management.
• Establishes and maintains project management files.
• Maintains drawing sets.
• Estimates material takeoffs and develops change requests.
• Develops and tracks Requests for Information (RFI's).
• Researches, acquires and collates Submittals and Operations & Maintenance manual materials.
• Actively utilizes project management software and company network to meet all project requirements for documenting, measuring, tracking and resolving project issues.
• Work with the Production and Field teams; Project Managers, Site Superintendents and Field Staff.
• Assists with job billing preparation and substantiations.
• Tracks correspondence.
• Assists Project Managers with additional tasks as needed.

Requirements

• 2+ years of electrical experience/knowledge of construction, design, and cost management as a Project Engineer with Commercial, Institutional and/or Industrial projects.
• Experience preparing take-offs and estimates for change orders.
• Advanced abilities in reading and interpreting plans and specifications.
• Knowledge of NEC and NECA codes and TIA standards.
• In-depth knowledge of the NFPA codes and has strong problem-solving skills.
• Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, methods, etc.) as well as an understanding of Company and industry practices, processes, and standards and their impact on project activities.
• Knowledge of base principle of scheduling, project management for construction and electric materials is a plus.
• Proficient in MS Office, Bluebeam, Accubid or other estimation software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Capable of working independently as well as in a team environment.
• Ability to present self in a professional manner and represent the company image.
• Demonstrated track record of leadership and project success.
• Ability to work in fast-paced setting.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401k retirement plan with employer matching